LINDA CASAVANT vs. SIERRA MARKET, NATIONAL LIABILITY AND FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed a previous dismissal order, denying a petition to reopen a case for an unspecified claim by the deceased worker's grandson. The petition sought to set aside a prior dismissal so the grandson could obtain counsel and assert a claim. The majority adopted the WCJ's report, finding no basis to disturb the dismissal. However, one Commissioner dissented, arguing the WCAB should have approved a pending compromise and release agreement executed before the applicant's death.