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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Employment Development Department's (EDD) petition for reconsideration. The EDD sought interest on reimbursement awarded for disability benefits, but the original Findings and Award did not specify the reimbursement amount or rule on interest. The Board found the EDD was not aggrieved by the initial award, as the parties were instructed to adjust the amount themselves. Therefore, the EDD must first seek a final order on the reimbursement amount before pursuing reconsideration.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Employment Development Department's (EDD) petition for reconsideration. The EDD sought interest on reimbursement awarded for disability benefits, but the original Findings and Award did not specify the reimbursement amount or rule on interest. The Board found the EDD was not aggrieved by the initial award, as the parties were instructed to adjust the amount themselves. Therefore, the EDD must first seek a final order on the reimbursement amount before pursuing reconsideration.
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