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This case involves a workers' compensation dispute where the defendant, Public Storage, sought removal from a supplemental order requiring further medical evaluations and a job analysis before approving a compromise and release (C&R). The Appeals Board granted the petition, rescinded the order, and returned the case to the trial level. This decision acknowledged significant developments, including an increased settlement offer and the applicant's desire to settle despite ongoing EDD lien issues. The Board emphasized that while settlements must be adequate, the applicant, as an adult, can determine her best interests, but EDD must file its lien details.
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This case involves a workers' compensation dispute where the defendant, Public Storage, sought removal from a supplemental order requiring further medical evaluations and a job analysis before approving a compromise and release (C&R). The Appeals Board granted the petition, rescinded the order, and returned the case to the trial level. This decision acknowledged significant developments, including an increased settlement offer and the applicant's desire to settle despite ongoing EDD lien issues. The Board emphasized that while settlements must be adequate, the applicant, as an adult, can determine her best interests, but EDD must file its lien details.
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