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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal but granted reconsideration regarding Alea North America's request to set aside a prior stipulation on insurance coverage. The Board determined that Labor Code section 5804 does not preclude reconsideration of Alea's stipulation to coverage and remanded the case for an evidentiary hearing on good cause to rescind that stipulation. The joinder of Republic Indemnity Insurance Company was reinstated, and Alea remains liable for benefits pending further proceedings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal but granted reconsideration regarding Alea North America's request to set aside a prior stipulation on insurance coverage. The Board determined that Labor Code section 5804 does not preclude reconsideration of Alea's stipulation to coverage and remanded the case for an evidentiary hearing on good cause to rescind that stipulation. The joinder of Republic Indemnity Insurance Company was reinstated, and Alea remains liable for benefits pending further proceedings.
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