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This case concerns a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed as untimely. The California Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) found that the petition was filed more than 25 days after the original decision, exceeding the jurisdictional 20-day limit with a 5-day allowance for mailing. Therefore, the WCAB lacked the power to grant the petition, regardless of its merits, and dismissed it.
CARLETHAUS HOPPER vs. KELLY SERVICES, ESIS INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 Francisco.
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This case concerns a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed as untimely. The California Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) found that the petition was filed more than 25 days after the original decision, exceeding the jurisdictional 20-day limit with a 5-day allowance for mailing. Therefore, the WCAB lacked the power to grant the petition, regardless of its merits, and dismissed it.
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