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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the prior decision that barred the applicant's claim due to the statute of limitations. The Board found that for window period injuries like this one from 1993, filing a claim form established the Appeals Board's jurisdiction. While affirming the WCJ's finding of industrial injury solely to the applicant's left ankle, the Board overturned the statute of limitations bar, allowing the award of 3% permanent disability and further medical treatment.
TAE HOLLENBECK vs. UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. 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 Marina Del Rey.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the prior decision that barred the applicant's claim due to the statute of limitations. The Board found that for "window period" injuries like this one from 1993, filing a claim form established the Appeals Board's jurisdiction. While affirming the WCJ's finding of industrial injury solely to the applicant's left ankle, the Board overturned the statute of limitations bar, allowing the award of 3% permanent disability and further medical treatment.
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