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This case concerns a worker's compensation claim for back and psyche injuries sustained on March 6, 2001. The defendant, State Compensation Insurance Fund, sought to withdraw its stipulation of injury to the psyche, arguing the applicant hadn't been employed for the required six months. The Board affirmed the original award, holding that a stipulation, once made, cannot be withdrawn without good cause, which was not shown here. The Board also upheld the WCJ's decision regarding apportionment of disability and the correct permanent disability rating schedule to be used.
SERGIO GARCIA vs. SANTA CLARA WAREHOUSE, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND 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 worker's compensation claim for back and psyche injuries sustained on March 6, 2001. The defendant, State Compensation Insurance Fund, sought to withdraw its stipulation of injury to the psyche, arguing the applicant hadn't been employed for the required six months. The Board affirmed the original award, holding that a stipulation, once made, cannot be withdrawn without good cause, which was not shown here. The Board also upheld the WCJ's decision regarding apportionment of disability and the correct permanent disability rating schedule to be used.
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