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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the administrative law judge's decision barring a minor's claim for death benefits. The claim was filed outside the statutory one-year limit from the date of death and the 240-week period from the injury date, despite tolling provisions for minors. The Board found that preliminary letters and a request to amend a prior application did not constitute a formal application for death benefits, and therefore, the claim was untimely.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the administrative law judge's decision barring a minor's claim for death benefits. The claim was filed outside the statutory one-year limit from the date of death and the 240-week period from the injury date, despite tolling provisions for minors. The Board found that preliminary letters and a request to amend a prior application did not constitute a formal application for death benefits, and therefore, the claim was untimely.
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