Massachusetts Appeals Court May 7, 2009, No. 08-P-1261 (Lopes's Case)

Green, J.

We are asked to interpret the provisions of G. L. c. 152, § 39, which addresses payment of worker’s compensation benefits in case of the death of the injured employee and, in particular, the insurer’s obligations to furnish legal services in connection with the appointment of a legal representative for the deceased employee.