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This case involves lien claimants whose liens were dismissed for failing to appear at a hearing noticed as a status conference on attorney's fees. The claimants argued their non-appearance was justified as they believed the hearing did not concern their liens. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the claimants' failure to appear was due to excusable neglect based on the hearing's specific notice. Consequently, the dismissal orders were rescinded, and the matter was returned for further proceedings.
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This case involves lien claimants whose liens were dismissed for failing to appear at a hearing noticed as a status conference on attorney's fees. The claimants argued their non-appearance was justified as they believed the hearing did not concern their liens. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the claimants' failure to appear was due to excusable neglect based on the hearing's specific notice. Consequently, the dismissal orders were rescinded, and the matter was returned for further proceedings.
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