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This case concerns a lien claim by Western Imaging Services (WIS) for photocopying services rendered to applicant's attorney. The original decision disallowed the lien, finding WIS was not an independent contractor exempt from registration and bonding requirements under Business and Professions Code § 22451(b). The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding that WIS was an independent contractor of the attorney based on submitted evidence and the plain language of the statute. Therefore, WIS is exempt from registration, and its lien is allowed, with penalties deferred.
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This case concerns a lien claim by Western Imaging Services (WIS) for photocopying services rendered to applicant's attorney. The original decision disallowed the lien, finding WIS was not an independent contractor exempt from registration and bonding requirements under Business and Professions Code § 22451(b). The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding that WIS was an independent contractor of the attorney based on submitted evidence and the plain language of the statute. Therefore, WIS is exempt from registration, and its lien is allowed, with penalties deferred.
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