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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order imposing $600 in attorney's fees as sanctions against a lien claimant. The WCAB found that the lien claimant was not given proper notice and an opportunity to be heard before the sanctions were imposed, which violates due process. The Board also noted that both the lien claimant and the defendant engaged in conduct that could warrant sanctions. The matter was returned to the trial level for reassignment to a new judge for further proceedings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order imposing $600 in attorney's fees as sanctions against a lien claimant. The WCAB found that the lien claimant was not given proper notice and an opportunity to be heard before the sanctions were imposed, which violates due process. The Board also noted that both the lien claimant and the defendant engaged in conduct that could warrant sanctions. The matter was returned to the trial level for reassignment to a new judge for further proceedings.
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