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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Maria Blanco's petition for reconsideration. The dismissal was based on the petition being untimely filed, exceeding the 25-day statutory deadline. The WCAB clarified that filing means receipt by the Board, not just mailing. As the deadline is jurisdictional, the Board lacked authority to consider the petition.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Maria Blanco's petition for reconsideration. The dismissal was based on the petition being untimely filed, exceeding the 25-day statutory deadline. The WCAB clarified that filing means receipt by the Board, not just mailing. As the deadline is jurisdictional, the Board lacked authority to consider the petition.
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