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This case involves a defendant seeking reconsideration of an approved Compromise and Release (C&R) settlement. The defendant claims newly discovered evidence suggests the applicant fraudulently obtained EDD benefits, which exceed the settlement amount. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, rescinded the C&R approval, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The WCAB will allow the parties to re-litigate the C&R's approval or set the matter for trial.
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This case involves a defendant seeking reconsideration of an approved Compromise and Release (C&R) settlement. The defendant claims newly discovered evidence suggests the applicant fraudulently obtained EDD benefits, which exceed the settlement amount. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, rescinded the C&R approval, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The WCAB will allow the parties to re-litigate the C&R's approval or set the matter for trial.
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