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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior decision that denied vocational rehabilitation maintenance allowance. The WCAB found the prior decision lacked a proper evidentiary record as required by WCAB rules, specifically regarding the admission and listing of documents like the applicant's February 9, 2004 letter. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to establish a complete record before a new decision is made.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior decision that denied vocational rehabilitation maintenance allowance. The WCAB found the prior decision lacked a proper evidentiary record as required by WCAB rules, specifically regarding the admission and listing of documents like the applicant's February 9, 2004 letter. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to establish a complete record before a new decision is made.
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