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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of an order dismissing his workers' compensation cases with prejudice. The applicant's attorney asserts the dismissal was procured through employer coercion, promising a settlement in exchange for dismissing the cases and counsel. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding that further proceedings are necessary to determine the propriety of the dismissal. The prior dismissal order was rescinded, and the matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings.
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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of an order dismissing his workers' compensation cases with prejudice. The applicant's attorney asserts the dismissal was procured through employer coercion, promising a settlement in exchange for dismissing the cases and counsel. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding that further proceedings are necessary to determine the propriety of the dismissal. The prior dismissal order was rescinded, and the matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings.
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