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Defendant sought reconsideration of a workers' compensation award based on a stipulated agreement, alleging a mistake in the agreed-upon permanent disability rating. The defendant contended that the 55% rating was a mistake and that the parties had actually agreed to a 45% rating. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition for reconsideration, ruling that the defendant's request should be treated as a petition to set aside the award at the trial level. The Board determined that further proceedings are necessary to allow both parties to present evidence regarding the alleged mutual mistake of fact.
WILLIE SMITH vs. SAN BERNADINO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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Defendant sought reconsideration of a workers' compensation award based on a stipulated agreement, alleging a mistake in the agreed-upon permanent disability rating. The defendant contended that the 55% rating was a mistake and that the parties had actually agreed to a 45% rating. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition for reconsideration, ruling that the defendant's request should be treated as a petition to set aside the award at the trial level. The Board determined that further proceedings are necessary to allow both parties to present evidence regarding the alleged mutual mistake of fact.
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