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In this workers' compensation case, the Appeals Board affirmed an award for applicant Stephen Flannery's back and psyche injury. Pacific Bell, the special employer, was found jointly and severally liable with the general employer's insurer, Reliance (now CIGA), for ongoing benefits, as Pacific Bell's self-insurance constitutes other insurance. The Board reversed the WCJ's award of temporary total disability beyond the five-year jurisdictional limit unless the disability straddled the anniversary date. The doctrine of laches was found inapplicable against CIGA, and CIGA was not liable for EDD's lien as Pacific Bell was the primary source of benefits.
STEPHEN FLANNERY vs. G & O SERVICES, RELIANCE INSURANCE, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, PACIFC BELL is a workers' compensation case decided in Sacramento. 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 Sacramento.
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In this workers' compensation case, the Appeals Board affirmed an award for applicant Stephen Flannery's back and psyche injury. Pacific Bell, the special employer, was found jointly and severally liable with the general employer's insurer, Reliance (now CIGA), for ongoing benefits, as Pacific Bell's self-insurance constitutes "other insurance." The Board reversed the WCJ's award of temporary total disability beyond the five-year jurisdictional limit unless the disability straddled the anniversary date. The doctrine of laches was found inapplicable against CIGA, and CIGA was not liable for EDD's lien as Pacific Bell was the primary source of benefits.
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