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This case concerns applicant Johnny Duran's industrial injuries to his back and knees. The California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA) sought reconsideration of a finding that the cases should be returned to arbitration for insurance coverage issues. The Appeals Board rescinded the prior decision, finding no arbitration is necessary because Zurich already established coverage for cumulative trauma injuries. However, the cases are returned to the Workers' Compensation Judge to determine CIGA's liability for benefits solely attributable to specific injuries where Superior National was the sole available insurer.
JOHNNY DURAN vs. DARRYL HITCHMAN, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION for SUPERIOR NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY, in liquidation, by BROADSPIRE, CENTREX HOMES, AMERICAN GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY INSURANCE/ZURICH NORTH AMERICAN OCIP is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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This case concerns applicant Johnny Duran's industrial injuries to his back and knees. The California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA) sought reconsideration of a finding that the cases should be returned to arbitration for insurance coverage issues. The Appeals Board rescinded the prior decision, finding no arbitration is necessary because Zurich already established coverage for cumulative trauma injuries. However, the cases are returned to the Workers' Compensation Judge to determine CIGA's liability for benefits solely attributable to specific injuries where Superior National was the sole available insurer.
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