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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted defendant's petition for removal, finding the WCJ improperly handled a proposed Compromise and Release (C&R). The WCJ's order impermissibly attempted to rewrite the C&R and incorrectly mandated Medicare Set-Aside approval for a settlement below $25,000. Consequently, the WCJ's order was rescinded, and the case was returned to the trial level for appropriate proceedings.
ALYCE ATHANASIOU vs. KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL, SEDGWICK CMS is a workers' compensation case decided in San Jose. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Jose.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted defendant's petition for removal, finding the WCJ improperly handled a proposed Compromise and Release (C&R). The WCJ's order impermissibly attempted to rewrite the C&R and incorrectly mandated Medicare Set-Aside approval for a settlement below $25,000. Consequently, the WCJ's order was rescinded, and the case was returned to the trial level for appropriate proceedings.
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