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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of an order dismissing a lien claim filed by Southland Spine and Rehab Medical Center. The lien claimant failed to appear at a mandatory lien conference, and the Board found their excuses for non-appearance, including claims of not receiving notice, to be unsubstantiated and contrary to the record. The Board also clarified that the claimant misconstrued regulations regarding appearances at lien conferences and telephone settlement authority.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of an order dismissing a lien claim filed by Southland Spine and Rehab Medical Center. The lien claimant failed to appear at a mandatory lien conference, and the Board found their excuses for non-appearance, including claims of not receiving notice, to be unsubstantiated and contrary to the record. The Board also clarified that the claimant misconstrued regulations regarding appearances at lien conferences and telephone settlement authority.
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