JAM KWONG vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION, Legally Uninsured; STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND

This case involves an applicant, Jam Kwong, who sought workers' compensation benefits. The defense petitioned for reconsideration, arguing the administrative law judge (WCJ) erred in classifying Kwong's occupation. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, adopting the WCJ's report. The WCJ found that while Kwong's core duties involved cooking, his role also integrally included supervising inmates and maintaining safety, warranting the chosen occupational group. The Board gave significant weight to the WCJ's credibility determination, finding no substantial evidence to overturn it.