Independence Blue Cross v. Workers' Compensation Appeal Board

OPINION BY

Judge SIMPSON.

In these consolidated matters, Independence Blue Cross (Blue Cross) petitions for review of the order of the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board (Board) that affirmed a dismissal of its review and penalty petitions because it waived its subro-gation interest. Susan Nothnagel (Claimant) petitions for review of the Board’s reversal of an award of attorney fees and costs. We affirm the Board in both matters.

In January 1994, Claimant sustained a back injury while working for Frankford Hospital (Employer). Employer denied the claim, and Claimant filed a claim petition.…