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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Employment Development Department's (EDD) petition for reconsideration because there was no final order yet concerning the EDD's liability for attorney fees. The EDD is not yet aggrieved as the calculation of the applicant's attorney fees from any EDD lien recovery is still subject to adjustment. The EDD will have an opportunity to address attorney fees if party negotiations fail.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Employment Development Department's (EDD) petition for reconsideration because there was no final order yet concerning the EDD's liability for attorney fees. The EDD is not yet aggrieved as the calculation of the applicant's attorney fees from any EDD lien recovery is still subject to adjustment. The EDD will have an opportunity to address attorney fees if party negotiations fail.
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