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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a previous award, returning the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found the judge erred by considering specific injuries as part of a cumulative trauma, as this issue was already determined by res judicata. The Board also directed that benefits be awarded against either CIGA or Wausau, and any decision on reimbursement must conform to specific case law regarding CIGA's liability. The current administrator is to continue paying uncontested benefits pending further proceedings.
CARMEN SANCHEZ vs. CROWN CITY PLATING, LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY, HIH INSURANCE by CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, INTERCARE INSURANCE SERVICES, Wausau Underwriters Insurance Company is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a previous award, returning the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found the judge erred by considering specific injuries as part of a cumulative trauma, as this issue was already determined by res judicata. The Board also directed that benefits be awarded against either CIGA or Wausau, and any decision on reimbursement must conform to specific case law regarding CIGA's liability. The current administrator is to continue paying uncontested benefits pending further proceedings.
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