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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior decision that dismissed the applicant's claims for neck, wrist, and hand injuries. The Board found that the applicant's attorney improperly dismissed these claims without her client's full consent or understanding during a settlement conference, which constituted "good cause" to reopen. The WCAB noted discrepancies in the signing of the stipulations and the ink color used for the dismissal language, supporting the applicant's claim of lack of authorization. The case is remanded for further proceedings on the dismissed body parts, and the WCJ is reminded of the requirement for a detailed opinion on decision.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior decision that dismissed the applicant's claims for neck, wrist, and hand injuries. The Board found that the applicant's attorney improperly dismissed these claims without her client's full consent or understanding during a settlement conference, which constituted "good cause" to reopen. The WCAB noted discrepancies in the signing of the stipulations and the ink color used for the dismissal language, supporting the applicant's claim of lack of authorization. The case is remanded for further proceedings on the dismissed body parts, and the WCJ is reminded of the requirement for a detailed opinion on decision.
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