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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order approving a $50 settlement for a $13,340 lien claim. The Board found sufficient procedural irregularities, including the lien claimant's representative's alleged mistake regarding the statute of limitations and the lack of clear authorization for the representative to settle. The case was remanded to the trial level for further proceedings, with the WCAB noting potential sanctions due to the apparent neglect of the parties involved.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order approving a $50 settlement for a $13,340 lien claim. The Board found sufficient procedural irregularities, including the lien claimant's representative's alleged mistake regarding the statute of limitations and the lack of clear authorization for the representative to settle. The case was remanded to the trial level for further proceedings, with the WCAB noting potential sanctions due to the apparent neglect of the parties involved.
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