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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded an order dismissing a lien claim with prejudice. The lien claimant failed to pay the lien filing fee required for liens filed on or after January 1, 2013, rendering the lien invalid by operation of law, not grounds for dismissal with prejudice. The matter is returned to the WCJ to consider sanctions against the lien claimant for potential bad faith regarding the fee payment or failure to file necessary documentation.
SANDRA HOPKINS vs. TJ MAXX, ZURICH NORTH AMERICA is a workers' compensation case decided in San Diego. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Diego.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded an order dismissing a lien claim with prejudice. The lien claimant failed to pay the lien filing fee required for liens filed on or after January 1, 2013, rendering the lien invalid by operation of law, not grounds for dismissal with prejudice. The matter is returned to the WCJ to consider sanctions against the lien claimant for potential bad faith regarding the fee payment or failure to file necessary documentation.
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