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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted Firstline Health, Inc.'s petition for reconsideration regarding a stay on its lien claim under Labor Code section 4615. The Board found the original judge's decision lacked sufficient evidence to prove Firstline was "controlled" by a criminally charged provider as defined by statute. Due process concerns regarding judicial notice and the opportunity to be heard also factored into the decision. The case is remanded for further proceedings to develop the record on the control issue and ensure proper due process.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted Firstline Health, Inc.'s petition for reconsideration regarding a stay on its lien claim under Labor Code section 4615. The Board found the original judge's decision lacked sufficient evidence to prove Firstline was "controlled" by a criminally charged provider as defined by statute. Due process concerns regarding judicial notice and the opportunity to be heard also factored into the decision. The case is remanded for further proceedings to develop the record on the control issue and ensure proper due process.
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