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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award concerning two lien claims. The Board found that the defendant was improperly denied the opportunity to present testimonial evidence regarding Dr. Bernhard's lien claim, violating due process. The case is remanded to allow the defendant to present this evidence and for a new decision by the WCJ. The WCJ will then issue a decision addressing all disputed issues, including the reasonable value of Dr. Bernhard's services.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award concerning two lien claims. The Board found that the defendant was improperly denied the opportunity to present testimonial evidence regarding Dr. Bernhard's lien claim, violating due process. The case is remanded to allow the defendant to present this evidence and for a new decision by the WCJ. The WCJ will then issue a decision addressing all disputed issues, including the reasonable value of Dr. Bernhard's services.
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