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This case involves Nadia Massoud's petition for reconsideration of a stipulated workers' compensation award of 14% permanent disability. Massoud claims her former attorney provided inadequate representation, pressured her into the stipulation, and that her limited English proficiency impeded her understanding. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the stipulated award, and returned the matter to the trial level. The WCJ will now determine if good cause exists to set aside the original stipulated award.
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This case involves Nadia Massoud's petition for reconsideration of a stipulated workers' compensation award of 14% permanent disability. Massoud claims her former attorney provided inadequate representation, pressured her into the stipulation, and that her limited English proficiency impeded her understanding. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the stipulated award, and returned the matter to the trial level. The WCJ will now determine if good cause exists to set aside the original stipulated award.
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