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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration for lien claimant Western Imaging Services, Inc. (WIS). WIS had its lien claim disallowed because it failed to prove registration as a professional photocopier. The Board found that WIS was exempt from registration under Business and Professions Code § 22451(b) as it acted as an agent or independent contractor for applicant's attorney, a member of the State Bar. Consequently, the prior decision was rescinded, and the case was returned for further proceedings on the lien amount.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration for lien claimant Western Imaging Services, Inc. (WIS). WIS had its lien claim disallowed because it failed to prove registration as a professional photocopier. The Board found that WIS was exempt from registration under Business and Professions Code § 22451(b) as it acted as an agent or independent contractor for applicant's attorney, a member of the State Bar. Consequently, the prior decision was rescinded, and the case was returned for further proceedings on the lien amount.
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