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This case involves an attorney's petition for reconsideration after an administrative law judge (WCJ) ordered them to pay defendant costs and a $$500$ sanction. The applicant's attorney argued they did not have adequate notice and an opportunity to be heard regarding the sanctions. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's orders, and returned the matter for further proceedings because the orders were issued without proper notice and opportunity to present a defense, violating due process. The Board emphasized that sanctions require proper procedure, including a notice of intent and a hearing.
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This case involves an attorney's petition for reconsideration after an administrative law judge (WCJ) ordered them to pay defendant costs and a $$500$ sanction. The applicant's attorney argued they did not have adequate notice and an opportunity to be heard regarding the sanctions. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's orders, and returned the matter for further proceedings because the orders were issued without proper notice and opportunity to present a defense, violating due process. The Board emphasized that sanctions require proper procedure, including a notice of intent and a hearing.
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