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This case involves a lien claimant seeking reconsideration of a decision denying applicant's cumulative and specific injury claims, finding a lack of medical evidence and credibility issues with the deceased applicant. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the original order concerning Labor Code section 5402. The Board affirmed the denial of the presumption of compensability, finding the lien claimant failed to meet its burden of proof regarding timely denial by the insurer Zenith. Issues related to Labor Code section 5402(c) were deferred.
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This case involves a lien claimant seeking reconsideration of a decision denying applicant's cumulative and specific injury claims, finding a lack of medical evidence and credibility issues with the deceased applicant. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the original order concerning Labor Code section 5402. The Board affirmed the denial of the presumption of compensability, finding the lien claimant failed to meet its burden of proof regarding timely denial by the insurer Zenith. Issues related to Labor Code section 5402(c) were deferred.
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