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This order denies the applicant's petition for reconsideration of a previous decision by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). The WCAB adopted and incorporated the reasoning of the workers' compensation administrative law judge's report in their decision. Additionally, the applicant's attorney's request for an increased fee was denied for failing to comply with WCAB Rule 10778 concerning notice of adverse interest and the applicant's right to independent counsel. Therefore, the petition for reconsideration is officially denied.
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This order denies the applicant's petition for reconsideration of a previous decision by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). The WCAB adopted and incorporated the reasoning of the workers' compensation administrative law judge's report in their decision. Additionally, the applicant's attorney's request for an increased fee was denied for failing to comply with WCAB Rule 10778 concerning notice of adverse interest and the applicant's right to independent counsel. Therefore, the petition for reconsideration is officially denied.
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