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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order approving a compromise and release, and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the administrative law judge erred by reducing the applicant's stipulated attorney's fee without providing notice and an opportunity to be heard. Furthermore, insufficient evidence was presented to justify the reduction of the fee, requiring further development of the record.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order approving a compromise and release, and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the administrative law judge erred by reducing the applicant's stipulated attorney's fee without providing notice and an opportunity to be heard. Furthermore, insufficient evidence was presented to justify the reduction of the fee, requiring further development of the record.
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