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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded an order of sanctions against applicant's attorney. The attorney was sanctioned $1,350 for failing to appear at a Mandatory Settlement Conference and subsequently causing trial delays. The Board found the sanctions were improperly issued without proper notice and an opportunity to be heard, violating due process under WCAB Rule 10561. The matter is returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision regarding sanctions.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded an order of sanctions against applicant's attorney. The attorney was sanctioned $1,350 for failing to appear at a Mandatory Settlement Conference and subsequently causing trial delays. The Board found the sanctions were improperly issued without proper notice and an opportunity to be heard, violating due process under WCAB Rule 10561. The matter is returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision regarding sanctions.
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