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Case No. ADJ3133261 (VNO 0400017)
Regular
Aug 17, 2010

FELIPE TOLENTINO vs. CONCO CEMENT, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, XCHANGING INC., FREMONT COMPENSATION

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the lien claimant's petition for reconsideration as premature. The WCAB granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration regarding the temporary disability overpayment issue, deferring it for further proceedings. The Board affirmed the WCJ's findings on injury causation and permanent disability but amended the decision to clarify the overpayment issue. Finally, the WCAB issued a notice of intention to sanction defendant's counsel for attaching and citing unadmitted evidence.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardFELIPE TOLENTINOCONCO CEMENTCALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATIONXCHANGING INC.FREMONT COMPENSATIONliquidationADJ3133261VNO 0400017OPINION AND ORDERS DISMISSING PETITION FOR RECONSIDERATION AND GRANTING PETITION FOR RECONSIDERATION
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Case No. ADJ4539662 (LBO 0266945)
Regular
Feb 07, 2011

RAUL ANAYA vs. MCDONNELL DOUGLAS; CIGA c/o CAMBRIDGE INTEGRATED SERVICES for FREMONT INDEMNITY in liquidation

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the applicant's petition for reconsideration of a venue change order. However, treating the petition as a request for removal, the WCAB granted removal and rescinded the order. The WCAB found that the defendant improperly sought a venue change to consolidate cases, as consolidation requires following specific procedures outlined in Cal. Code Regs., tit. 8, § 10260(b).

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationPetition for RemovalChange of VenueLabor Code Section 5501.5(c)Cal. Code Regs. tit. 8 § 10410Adjudication Case NumberPWCJStipulated AwardContribution Proceeding
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Case No. ADJ8588344
En Banc
Oct 26, 2017

Jose Guillermina Rodriguez vs. Garden Plating Co., Intercare Holdings Insurance Services

The Appeals Board consolidated over 1,200 Petitions for Reconsideration from lien claimants regarding a filing deadline. The petitions were dismissed as moot because the challenged administrative action was reversed, and the issue of timeliness was returned to the trial level for case-by-case adjudication.

WCABEn Banc DecisionLien ClaimantsPetitions for ReconsiderationLabor Code 4903.05(c)DeclarationTimelinessMootnessConsolidation of CasesMaster Case
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Case No. ADJ8588344
Significant
Oct 26, 2017

Applicant vs. Garden Plating Co., Intercare Holdings Insurance Services

The Appeals Board, in an en banc decision, consolidates over 1,200 Petitions for Reconsideration filed by lien claimants concerning a DWC administrative action, dismisses the petitions as moot, and returns the individual cases to the trial level for adjudication.

En BancLien CasesPetition for ReconsiderationLabor Code Section 4903.05(c) DeclarationDWC Administrative ActionMootDismissalConsolidationWCAB Rule 10589Suspension of Rule
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Case No. ADJ9591968
Regular
Aug 21, 2018

ISMAEL RODRIGUEZ vs. CJR RESTAURANT, AMTRUST

This case involves a lien claim by Mesa Pharmacy, Inc. which was previously subjected to a stay by a WCJ. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to address Mesa's petition. The WCAB rescinded the prior order and returned the case to the trial level for a judge to determine if it should be excluded from a master consolidation of over 19,000 cases concerning Mesa Pharmacy's liens. This consolidation aims to address complex factual and legal issues regarding Mesa's operations and potential violations of Labor Code section 4615.

Mesa PharmacyLabor Code section 4615lien claimantconsolidationWCAB Rule 10589common issues of fact and lawownership and controlJohn Garbinocriminal proceedingsjudicial resources
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Case No. ADJ441028, ADJ1016830, ADJ8012703
Regular
Aug 11, 2015

STANLEY THOMAS vs. L3 COMMUNICATIONS, ACE USA PROPERTY & CASUALTY, ESIS, INC.

Defendant sought removal of an order setting two consolidated cases (ADJ1016830 and ADJ8012703) for trial before a different judge, arguing applicant waived the right to automatic reassignment by not challenging the original judge in a previously adjudicated case (ADJ441028). The WCAB dismissed the petition as to the adjudicated case, finding it not consolidated with the others. Regarding the consolidated cases, the Board denied the petition, affirming applicant's timely exercise of the right to automatic reassignment. The WCAB adopted the WCJ's reasoning that no grounds for removal were established, as the applicant had a right to reassignment and the defendants suffered no prejudice.

Petition for RemovalWCAB Rule 10453Automatic ReassignmentWCJ ChallengeConsolidated CasesJudge ShoppingVenue TransferAdministrative Law JudgePresiding JudgeMinutes of Hearing
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Case No. ADJ9586764, ADJ10425110
Regular
Sep 19, 2016

JOE TORRES vs. CITY OF LOMPOC

The Appeals Board granted the applicant's petition for removal, overturning a previous order that consolidated two workers' compensation cases in San Luis Obispo. The Board found that venue should be proper in Santa Barbara, where the applicant resides, the employer is located, and the injuries occurred. As the Santa Barbara office was available and the applicant initially sought that venue, the Board ordered the cases transferred and consolidated there. This decision prioritizes the statutory venue requirements over the administrative law judge's recommendation for judicial economy.

Petition for RemovalChange of VenueConsolidationWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardLabor Code Section 5501.5Labor Code Section 5501.6Applicant's ResidenceInjury LocationSanta Barbara District OfficeSan Luis Obispo District Office
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Case No. ADJ15400555
Regular
Oct 10, 2025

MA LUISA OLIVARES vs. WINDSOR PALMS CARE CENTER, STARSTONE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY, CANNON COCHRAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.

Defendant filed a petition for removal against a workers' compensation administrative law judge's (WCJ) orders from May 9, 2024, which took the matter off calendar and appeared to consolidate cases. The Appeals Board determined that the WCJ's orders, issued without creating a proper record or providing adequate notice for consolidation, constituted irreparable harm and violated the parties' right to due process. Consequently, the Board granted the petition for removal and rescinded the May 9, 2024 Minute Orders. The case was then returned to the trial level for further proceedings, emphasizing the necessity of creating a proper record to support any future orders.

Petition for RemovalOrder Taking Matter Off CalendarConsolidationDiscoveryDue Process ViolationIrreparable HarmSubstantial EvidenceRecord DevelopmentNotice and Opportunity to be HeardOrder of Consolidation
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Case No. ADJ7167874
Regular
Jan 21, 2011

IOWN FIELDS vs. LOS ANGELES COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the Los Angeles County Office of Education's (LACOE) Petition for Removal to rescind an Order of Consolidation. LACOE argued they lacked notice and proper service for the consolidation. The Board found the "Order of Consolidation" was not truly signed or intended by the judge, but rather improperly written in the minutes by a party. Therefore, the Board rescinded the problematic consolidation order out of an abundance of caution.

Petition for RemovalOrder of ConsolidationMandatory Settlement ConferenceNoticeServiceWCJMinutes of HearingRescindWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardLACOE
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Case No. ADJ8944738, ADJ8028796, ADJ8030015
Regular
Jan 21, 2014

MANUEL GODOY vs. CARGILL BEEF PACKERS, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES, Zenith Insurance Company, Lamanuzzi and Pantaleo

The Appeals Board granted petitions for removal by defendants Cargill Beef Packers and Zenith Insurance Company, rescinding a prior order consolidating three workers' compensation cases. Consolidation was deemed premature due to significant prejudice and potential trial delay, particularly concerning Zenith's pending statute of limitations and post-termination defenses. The Board ordered the January 30, 2014 priority hearing in Zenith's case to proceed as scheduled. Future consolidation considerations will require notice to all parties.

Petition for RemovalConsolidation OrderPrejudiceTrial DelayCumulative TraumaSpecific InjuryAgreed Medical ExaminersAOE/COE TrialStatute of Limitations DefensePost-Termination Defense
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