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MALFI PORTILLO vs. ESPARZA ENTERPIRSES, INC.

Filed: May 09, 2016
Bakersfield
ADJ8608289

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This case involves a lien claimant seeking reconsideration of an order dismissing their lien for failure to appear at a conference. The lien claimant argues their attorney was not served with notice and their representative appeared believing the lien was settled. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding unresolved issues regarding service of process and the alleged settlement. The case is remanded to the trial level for further proceedings to address these disputed facts.

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This case involves a lien claimant seeking reconsideration of an order dismissing their lien for failure to appear at a conference. The lien claimant argues their attorney was not served with notice and their representative appeared believing the lien was settled. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding unresolved issues regarding service of process and the alleged settlement. The case is remanded to the trial level for further proceedings to address these disputed facts.

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MALFI PORTILLO vs. ESPARZA ENTERPIRSES, INC. (2016) – Bakersfield | CompFox