ZENAIDA SALAZAR vs. J. G. BOSWELL COMPANY, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES

This case involved Attorney Kyle Nielsen's petition to disqualify Workers' Compensation Judge Geoffrey H. Sims, alleging bias. Nielsen cited the judge's fee award ruling, decision to set a trial, misspelling of his name, and order for personal appearance as evidence of bias. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the petition, finding no grounds for disqualification. The Board noted the petition lacked a required affidavit and that the cited actions did not demonstrate actual bias or prejudice.