Debra Faerber vs. CONTINENTAL AIRLINES, AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) reconsidered a prior decision that denied California jurisdiction over the applicant's hand injury. The WCAB found that the injury, occurring en route to California, should be considered an injury occurring within California due to the nature of flight attendant employment. This decision allows the case to proceed to the trial level for resolution of all remaining workers' compensation issues. The WCAB's decision aims to protect flight attendants from potential denial of claims by deeming in-flight injuries as occurring outside any jurisdiction.