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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed Virginia Alonzo's petition for reconsideration due to untimeliness. The petition was filed on April 4, 2016, more than 25 days after the WCJ's February 25, 2016 decision. Filing deadlines for reconsideration petitions are jurisdictional, and the Board lacks authority to act on late submissions. Additionally, the petitioner's representation notice was noted as deficient.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed Virginia Alonzo's petition for reconsideration due to untimeliness. The petition was filed on April 4, 2016, more than 25 days after the WCJ's February 25, 2016 decision. Filing deadlines for reconsideration petitions are jurisdictional, and the Board lacks authority to act on late submissions. Additionally, the petitioner's representation notice was noted as deficient.
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