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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the trial judge's decision, and remanded the case, finding no final agreement on settlement terms was reached between the parties. The applicant signed a compromise and release, but a subsequent addendum unilaterally introduced by one defendant, altering contribution and lien responsibilities, was not agreed upon by all parties. Therefore, no enforceable settlement existed, and the case was returned for further proceedings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the trial judge's decision, and remanded the case, finding no final agreement on settlement terms was reached between the parties. The applicant signed a compromise and release, but a subsequent addendum unilaterally introduced by one defendant, altering contribution and lien responsibilities, was not agreed upon by all parties. Therefore, no enforceable settlement existed, and the case was returned for further proceedings.
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