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The lien claimant's petition for reconsideration was dismissed as untimely filed. However, the Appeals Board granted removal on its own motion to address serious allegations by the defendant concerning the lien claimant's attorney's alleged bad faith tactics. These allegations include witness tampering and misrepresentations to the court, which undermine the judicial process. The matter is remanded to the WCJ for further proceedings and a decision solely on the defendant's request for sanctions.
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The lien claimant's petition for reconsideration was dismissed as untimely filed. However, the Appeals Board granted removal on its own motion to address serious allegations by the defendant concerning the lien claimant's attorney's alleged bad faith tactics. These allegations include witness tampering and misrepresentations to the court, which undermine the judicial process. The matter is remanded to the WCJ for further proceedings and a decision solely on the defendant's request for sanctions.
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