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This case involves a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. The Board clarified that a petition for reconsideration can only be filed from a "final" order that determines substantive rights or liabilities. Interlocutory procedural or evidentiary rulings, such as those related to discovery or trial setting, are not considered final. Additionally, the Board noted that Labor Code section 4903.6 mandates dismissal with prejudice if a lien claimant fails to pay an activation fee. Consequently, the applicant's petition was dismissed as it was not filed from a final order.
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This case involves a petition for reconsideration that was dismissed by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. The Board clarified that a petition for reconsideration can only be filed from a "final" order that determines substantive rights or liabilities. Interlocutory procedural or evidentiary rulings, such as those related to discovery or trial setting, are not considered final. Additionally, the Board noted that Labor Code section 4903.6 mandates dismissal with prejudice if a lien claimant fails to pay an activation fee. Consequently, the applicant's petition was dismissed as it was not filed from a final order.
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