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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion to set aside a prior dismissal. The dismissal occurred when the applicant failed to appear at trial, but her attorney did attend. The administrative law judge conceded error, as dismissal is not permitted under these circumstances per WCAB Rule 10562. Furthermore, the applicant alleged she never received actual notice of trial due to her former attorney's failure to update her address. The Board rescinded the dismissal and returned the case for further proceedings, favoring a hearing on the merits.
Katherine Sanchez vs. Garage And Lock, LLC, Farmers Insurance Company is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion to set aside a prior dismissal. The dismissal occurred when the applicant failed to appear at trial, but her attorney did attend. The administrative law judge conceded error, as dismissal is not permitted under these circumstances per WCAB Rule 10562. Furthermore, the applicant alleged she never received actual notice of trial due to her former attorney's failure to update her address. The Board rescinded the dismissal and returned the case for further proceedings, favoring a hearing on the merits.
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