EDMOND HAKAKHA vs. CVS PHARMACY, NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC.
The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's petition for reconsideration, adopting the findings of the administrative law judge. The judge determined the applicant was not entitled to temporary disability benefits beyond a specific period, as medical reports and the applicant's own testimony indicated he was able to work. Furthermore, penalties under Labor Code Section 5814 were denied because there was no prior award of temporary disability, and the employer had a genuine doubt regarding the correct wage rate and period of disability. Attorney fees were awarded at 15% on accrued temporary disability, but not under Section 5814.5.