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Case No. ADJ19817053
Regular
Oct 10, 2025

TYRONNE BARNES vs. AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY

The defendant petitioned for removal from an order taking the matter off calendar, requesting that the case proceed on a bifurcated issue concerning its affirmative defense under Labor Code section 3208.3(d). The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reviewed the petition and the Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge's (WCJ) report, which recommended denial of removal. The Board ultimately denied the petition, reiterating that removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only under conditions of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, and finding that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy. Furthermore, the Board upheld the WCJ's discretion in declining to bifurcate the issue.

Petition for RemovalOff Calendar OrderLabor Code section 3208.3(d)Affirmative DefenseBifurcationWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJSubstantial PrejudiceIrreparable HarmReconsideration
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Case No. ADJ10656776
Regular
May 06, 2019

CARMEN CHRISTINA JOHNSON vs. AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA/PLEASANT HOLIDAYS, LLC, OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration, rescinding the sanctions and attorney fees previously imposed. The WCAB found that while the defendant's evidence was insufficient to prevail, their decision to challenge the substantiality of medical evidence did not constitute bad faith or solely intended delay. The Board also dismissed the defendant's petition for removal, determining that reconsideration was the appropriate remedy for challenging a final order. Ultimately, the WCAB affirmed the original finding of industrial injury AOE/COE to the applicant's internal system, neck, and lumbar spine.

WCABPetition for RemovalPetition for ReconsiderationFindings of Fact and OrderSanctionsAttorney FeesInjury AOE/COEHypertensionLumbar SpineThoracic Spine
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Case No. ADJ2681583 (MON 0239411)
Regular
May 01, 2012

GUILLERMINA GONZALEZ vs. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA JOBBERS, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE (CIGA) by BROADSPIRE, for CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION INSURANCE, in liquidation

In *Gonzalez v. Southern California Jobbers*, the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's decision. The Board rescinded the prior decision and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision. This order signifies the matter is not yet finalized on its merits.

Reconsideration OrderRescindedFurther ProceedingsWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJCalifornia Insurance Guarantee AssociationCIGABroadspireLiquidationSouthern California Jobbers
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Case No. ADJ4639392 (SDO 0292761)
Regular
Aug 31, 2010

LISA FOWLER vs. AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, LIBERTY MUTUAL

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed a prior finding that Automobile Club of Southern California discriminated against Lisa Fowler under Labor Code section 132a. The Board found Fowler failed to establish a prima facie case of discrimination because her termination resulted from her failure to return to work after being released by her physician, in accordance with a uniformly applied company attendance policy. The employer's witness testified that work-related and non-work-related leaves were treated the same. Therefore, Fowler was not singled out for disadvantageous treatment compared to similarly situated employees.

Labor Code 132aDiscriminationReinstatementLost WagesWork BenefitsPrima Facie CaseAttendance PolicyUniformly AppliedTemporary DisabilityPermanent and Stationary
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Case No. ADJ2533587 (MON 0316136) ADJ3316360 (MON 0316137)
Regular

PATRICIA STELLY vs. AUTO CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, LIBERTY MUTUAL

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involved a petition for reconsideration filed by Patricia Stelly. The Board reviewed the petition and the report from the workers' compensation administrative law judge. Ultimately, the Board denied Stelly's petition for reconsideration. The denial was based on the reasoning presented in the administrative law judge's report.

Patricia StellyAuto Club of Southern CaliforniaLiberty MutualADJ2533587ADJ3316360Petition for ReconsiderationDeniedWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJ reportAdopted
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Case No. ADJ8501790
Regular
Jul 29, 2015

Kelly Chase vs. St. Louis Blues Hockey Club, Federal Insurance Company

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) reversed a prior finding of industrial injury for a professional hockey player against the St. Louis Blues. The WCAB found insufficient connection to California for jurisdiction, citing the player's limited games in the state compared to his overall career. This decision followed the precedent set in *Federal Insurance Co. v. Workers' Comp. Appeals Bd. (Johnson)*, which requires a legitimate and substantial connection to the state for jurisdiction. The WCAB concluded that 21 games out of 485 did not meet this standard for a cumulative injury claim.

WCABSt. Louis Blues Hockey ClubFederal Insurance CompanyADJ8501790Opinion and Decision After Reconsiderationcumulative industrial injuryprofessional hockey playersubject matter jurisdictionstatute of limitationssubstantial medical evidence
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Case No. VNO 0438915
Regular
Oct 23, 2008

Applicant vs. University of Southern California

This case concerns an applicant's Petition for Reconsideration of a WCAB decision denying injury claims against the University of Southern California (USC). The applicant alleged a physical altercation with his supervisor, Mr. Pickering, during a meeting on September 20, 2001, which he claims caused various injuries. However, the WCJ found the applicant lacked credibility due to inconsistencies in his testimony and failure to report the incident promptly. The WCJ relied on testimony from witnesses who stated Mr. Pickering merely touched the applicant's shoulders and noted the applicant's history of prior injuries and medical issues not fully disclosed.

WCABPetition for ReconsiderationUniversity of Southern CaliforniaBiological Safety Specialistspecific injuryanimositycredibility issuesshoulder touchingprior injurieshypertension
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Case No. ADJ3851666 (AHM 0142294) ADJ6984864
Regular
Sep 03, 2010

EDWARD NEWMAN vs. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON

This case involves a Petition for Removal filed by Edward Newman against Southern California Edison. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) reviewed the petition and the accompanying report from the administrative law judge. Finding no grounds to disturb the WCJ's findings, the WCAB has issued an order denying removal. Therefore, the petition to remove the case from its current procedural stage has been rejected.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for RemovalWCJ reportdenying removalSouthern California EdisonPermissibly Self-InsuredADJ3851666ADJ6984864administrative law judgeRonnie G. Caplane
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Case No. ADJ3851666 (AHM 0142294)
Regular
Sep 16, 2013

EDWARD NEWMAN vs. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involved applicant Edward Newman and defendant Southern California Edison. The Board granted reconsideration of a prior decision, affirming it in part but amending the orders. Specifically, the liens of Lab-Eval Services and Stanley Majcher MD were disallowed, with jurisdiction reserved for costs and sanctions against them and Scott Marks. The matter was then returned to the trial level for further proceedings.

Petition for ReconsiderationSouthern California EdisonEdward NewmanWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJ's reportgrant reconsiderationamend decisiondisallowed liensLab-Eval ServicesStanley Majcher MD
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Case No. ADJ7234303
Regular
Nov 26, 2012

KENNETH ALBERS vs. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision denies Southern California Edison's petition for reconsideration. The Board affirmed the finding that applicant Kenneth Albers sustained an industrial injury to his lumbar spine and lower extremities requiring future medical treatment. The Board found the applicant's employment was a sufficient contributing cause to his injury, even if it aggravated a pre-existing condition. The Board also noted concerns regarding a Qualified Medical Evaluator's understanding of workers' compensation law.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardSouthern California Edisonindustrial injurylumbar spinelower extremitiesfuture medical treatmentjob analysisPanel Qualified Medical Evaluator (PQME)Labor Code section 3600arising out of and in the course of employment
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