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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) reversed a finding of no subject matter jurisdiction, holding that California's workers' compensation laws apply to applicant Jamie Huscroft's cumulative industrial injury claim. Applicant was hired in California by the Fresno Falcons and played for them and other teams during his professional hockey career from 1988 to 2000. The WCAB found jurisdiction based on the contract of hire and work performed in California, pursuant to Labor Code sections 3600.5(a) and 5305. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings on the claim.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) reversed a finding of no subject matter jurisdiction, holding that California's workers' compensation laws apply to applicant Jamie Huscroft's cumulative industrial injury claim. Applicant was hired in California by the Fresno Falcons and played for them and other teams during his professional hockey career from 1988 to 2000. The WCAB found jurisdiction based on the contract of hire and work performed in California, pursuant to Labor Code sections 3600.5(a) and 5305. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings on the claim.
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