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The applicant sought reconsideration of a Stipulations and Award order that omitted his attorney's fee. The original judge approved the stipulations for a shoulder and neck injury but failed to address the fee due to a procedural defect in notice. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the award, and returned the case to the trial level. This allows for proper proceedings to consider and award the applicant's attorney fee, emphasizing the proper use of procedural rules to avoid delays.
Timothy Escalera vs. PROGRAPHICS, PREFERRED EMPLOYERS is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 Francisco.
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The applicant sought reconsideration of a Stipulations and Award order that omitted his attorney's fee. The original judge approved the stipulations for a shoulder and neck injury but failed to address the fee due to a procedural defect in notice. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the award, and returned the case to the trial level. This allows for proper proceedings to consider and award the applicant's attorney fee, emphasizing the proper use of procedural rules to avoid delays.
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