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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the defendant's petition for reconsideration as untimely. The defendant claimed they were never served with the original award, but the WCAB found their petition was filed more than 20 days after they became aware of the decision. The WCAB emphasized that in cases of defective service, the petition must be filed within 20 days of actual receipt. Additionally, the defendant was admonished for raising new issues and for procedural errors in their filing.
YOLANDA DIAZ vs. LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the defendant's petition for reconsideration as untimely. The defendant claimed they were never served with the original award, but the WCAB found their petition was filed more than 20 days after they "became aware" of the decision. The WCAB emphasized that in cases of defective service, the petition must be filed within 20 days of actual receipt. Additionally, the defendant was admonished for raising new issues and for procedural errors in their filing.
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