JOANOS, Judge.
In this worker's compensation case, appellants (employer and carrier) challenge a lump sum award to appellee (claimant). We agree with appellant's contention that the deputy commissioner was incorrect in finding that a lump sum advance of all permanent total disability benefits based upon claimant's life expectancy would not discharge the employer's liability for future compensation, therefore we reverse and remand.
The claimant is a 56 year...
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