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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration of a prior order commuting $150,000 for applicant Alan Collins to purchase a home. The WCAB found that the applicant had not presented sufficient evidence to demonstrate the commutation was necessary for his protection or in his best interest, citing potential negative financial impacts and unaddressed uncertainties like mortgage approval. The Board rescinded the WCJ's decision and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings to develop the record. The WCAB suggested that renting might be a more appropriate option for the applicant to remain close to his medical providers.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration of a prior order commuting $150,000 for applicant Alan Collins to purchase a home. The WCAB found that the applicant had not presented sufficient evidence to demonstrate the commutation was necessary for his protection or in his best interest, citing potential negative financial impacts and unaddressed uncertainties like mortgage approval. The Board rescinded the WCJ's decision and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings to develop the record. The WCAB suggested that renting might be a more appropriate option for the applicant to remain close to his medical providers.
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