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This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involves a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed as untimely. The applicant had 25 days from the mailing of the original decision to file, with extensions for weekends/holidays. Crucially, the petition must be received by the Board within this period, not just mailed. The applicant's petition, filed six months late, was therefore dismissed as the Board lacks jurisdiction over untimely filings. Furthermore, the applicant failed to notify the Board of any address change, rendering his claim of non-receipt invalid.
SHUAIB JUMA vs. REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA UC DAVIS MEDICAL CENTER is a workers' compensation case decided in Sacramento. 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 Sacramento.
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This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involves a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed as untimely. The applicant had 25 days from the mailing of the original decision to file, with extensions for weekends/holidays. Crucially, the petition must be received by the Board within this period, not just mailed. The applicant's petition, filed six months late, was therefore dismissed as the Board lacks jurisdiction over untimely filings. Furthermore, the applicant failed to notify the Board of any address change, rendering his claim of non-receipt invalid.
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