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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the City and County of San Francisco's petition for reconsideration. The Board affirmed the prior decision to grant removal and rescind a stay of proceedings, which had been sought pending the applicant's criminal fraud trial. The Board reasoned that continuing to provide workers' compensation benefits aligns with the applicant's presumption of innocence. Denying benefits before a conviction would unjustly prejudice the applicant, and restitution can be sought if convicted.
LOUIS DOBERT vs. CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO 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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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the City and County of San Francisco's petition for reconsideration. The Board affirmed the prior decision to grant removal and rescind a stay of proceedings, which had been sought pending the applicant's criminal fraud trial. The Board reasoned that continuing to provide workers' compensation benefits aligns with the applicant's presumption of innocence. Denying benefits before a conviction would unjustly prejudice the applicant, and restitution can be sought if convicted.
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