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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to State Fund. While affirming the joinder of State Fund as a party defendant, the Board rescinded the prior order requiring State Fund to reimburse Redwood Fire and Casualty Insurance Company for 25.48% of applicant benefits. This rescission was based on State Fund's due process rights, which were violated by the lack of opportunity for discovery and defense. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings consistent with due process and relevant Labor Code sections.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to State Fund. While affirming the joinder of State Fund as a party defendant, the Board rescinded the prior order requiring State Fund to reimburse Redwood Fire and Casualty Insurance Company for 25.48% of applicant benefits. This rescission was based on State Fund's due process rights, which were violated by the lack of opportunity for discovery and defense. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings consistent with due process and relevant Labor Code sections.
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