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This case concerns a claim for increased benefits due to an employer's alleged serious and willful misconduct following a fatal industrial injury. The applicant, widow of the deceased worker, argued the defendant employer failed to adequately support a retaining wall, leading to its collapse and her husband's injury. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the judge's finding that the employer did not engage in serious and willful misconduct. While the employer was aware of soil challenges and in negotiations for solutions, there was no evidence they knew the probable consequence would be serious injury or deliberately failed to act. The employer was actively attempting corrective actions when the incident occurred.
KATHRYN FARPELLA vs. R & L BROSAMER, INC. is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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This case concerns a claim for increased benefits due to an employer's alleged serious and willful misconduct following a fatal industrial injury. The applicant, widow of the deceased worker, argued the defendant employer failed to adequately support a retaining wall, leading to its collapse and her husband's injury. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the judge's finding that the employer did not engage in serious and willful misconduct. While the employer was aware of soil challenges and in negotiations for solutions, there was no evidence they knew the probable consequence would be serious injury or deliberately failed to act. The employer was actively attempting corrective actions when the incident occurred.
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