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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order disallowing lien claims, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The Board found that Labor Code section 4903.5(a) was not applicable as the liens were filed prior to its enactment, and the defendant failed to establish the equitable defense of laches. The original compromise and release agreement also explicitly stated that all liens would be adjusted outside of the settlement.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order disallowing lien claims, and remanded the case for further proceedings. The Board found that Labor Code section 4903.5(a) was not applicable as the liens were filed prior to its enactment, and the defendant failed to establish the equitable defense of laches. The original compromise and release agreement also explicitly stated that all liens would be adjusted outside of the settlement.
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