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The applicant sought reconsideration of an order approving a compromise and release for bilateral upper extremity injuries. He claimed newly discovered medical evidence warranted setting aside the settlement. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition as premature because no evidence or testimony under oath supported these claims. The Board recommended the judge hold a hearing to allow parties to present evidence regarding good cause to set aside the settlement.
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The applicant sought reconsideration of an order approving a compromise and release for bilateral upper extremity injuries. He claimed newly discovered medical evidence warranted setting aside the settlement. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition as premature because no evidence or testimony under oath supported these claims. The Board recommended the judge hold a hearing to allow parties to present evidence regarding good cause to set aside the settlement.
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