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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the lien claimant's petition for reconsideration. The claimant's attorney, Jerry Jacobson, sought to increase his awarded attorney fees from $4,800 to $6,000, alleging the original order conflicted with the compromise agreement. However, the Board found the petition non-compliant with CCR §10778 for failing to provide proof of service on the applicant regarding the attorney's adverse interest and the applicant's right to independent counsel. Consequently, the petition was dismissed on this procedural ground.
RENEE HOLLOWAY, vs. ROSS STORES; SEDGWICK CMS, is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the lien claimant's petition for reconsideration. The claimant's attorney, Jerry Jacobson, sought to increase his awarded attorney fees from $4,800 to $6,000, alleging the original order conflicted with the compromise agreement. However, the Board found the petition non-compliant with CCR §10778 for failing to provide proof of service on the applicant regarding the attorney's adverse interest and the applicant's right to independent counsel. Consequently, the petition was dismissed on this procedural ground.
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