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This case concerns the dismissal of a chiropractor's lien for $$ 12,428.35$ after the lien claimant failed to appear at a mandatory settlement conference. The WCJ dismissed the lien, but the claimant objected, arguing they were unaware of the conference due to an incorrect address on file. Although the WCJ's subsequent attempt to vacate the dismissal was procedurally flawed, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion due to the claimant's substantial argument. The Board rescinded the dismissal order and returned the matter to the WCJ for a lien conference to ensure proper resolution.
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This case concerns the dismissal of a chiropractor's lien for $$ 12,428.35$ after the lien claimant failed to appear at a mandatory settlement conference. The WCJ dismissed the lien, but the claimant objected, arguing they were unaware of the conference due to an incorrect address on file. Although the WCJ's subsequent attempt to vacate the dismissal was procedurally flawed, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion due to the claimant's substantial argument. The Board rescinded the dismissal order and returned the matter to the WCJ for a lien conference to ensure proper resolution.
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