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This case involves a worker's cumulative trauma claims against Ink Systems, Inc. and American Insurance. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) initially found American Insurance liable for certain periods and allowed the applicant to elect against them. American Insurance sought reconsideration, arguing a prior settlement barred claims and their liability was limited by Labor Code section 5500.5. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, adopting the ALJ's recommendation to amend the decision. The Board ultimately affirmed the original decision except for finding that the applicant cannot elect against American Insurance for these cumulative trauma claims.
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This case involves a worker's cumulative trauma claims against Ink Systems, Inc. and American Insurance. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) initially found American Insurance liable for certain periods and allowed the applicant to elect against them. American Insurance sought reconsideration, arguing a prior settlement barred claims and their liability was limited by Labor Code section 5500.5. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, adopting the ALJ's recommendation to amend the decision. The Board ultimately affirmed the original decision except for finding that the applicant cannot elect against American Insurance for these cumulative trauma claims.
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