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This case concerns a dispute over reimbursement between the California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA) and State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF). CIGA seeks reimbursement for over $52,000 paid on behalf of Sable Insurance Company, which is in liquidation. SCIF argues the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) improperly awarded reimbursement without ruling on SCIF's evidentiary objections, its request for cross-examination, or its arbitration claim. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the ALJ's decision lacked sufficient explanation and analysis of SCIF's contentions. The case is remanded to the trial level for further proceedings and a properly reasoned decision addressing all issues.
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This case concerns a dispute over reimbursement between the California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA) and State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF). CIGA seeks reimbursement for over $52,000 paid on behalf of Sable Insurance Company, which is in liquidation. SCIF argues the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) improperly awarded reimbursement without ruling on SCIF's evidentiary objections, its request for cross-examination, or its arbitration claim. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the ALJ's decision lacked sufficient explanation and analysis of SCIF's contentions. The case is remanded to the trial level for further proceedings and a properly reasoned decision addressing all issues.
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