The sole issue presented arises upon appellants' contention that a third-party action brought by claimant was compromised without the written approval of the carrier. (Workmen's Compensation Law, § 29, subd. 5.) Prior to trial of the action, the attorneys concerned had two or three discussions as to settlement. On the day the case was reached for trial, claimant's attorney told him he believed the case would be settled and later asked him to approve a settlement figure...
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