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Case No. ADJ8026817
Regular
Apr 22, 2013

MARIA OCHOA vs. RANGERS DIE CASTING COMPANY, COMPWEST INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration of a decision finding the applicant sustained injury to her respiratory system and psyche AOE/COE. The WCAB rescinded the decision and returned the case to the trial level, finding the medical opinions of Dr. Lipper and Dr. Curtis lacked substantiality. Specifically, the physicians failed to provide clear diagnoses, quantify exposures, or adequately explain causation. The Board noted contradictory testimony from the applicant's supervisor and insufficient evidence to support the initial findings.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardMaria OchoaRangers Die Casting CompanyCOMPWEST INSURANCE COMPANYADJ8026817Los Angeles District OfficeOpinion and Order Granting ReconsiderationDecision After ReconsiderationFindings of FactWorkers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge (WCJ)
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Case No. ADJ7387935
Regular

MICHAEL SAMARAS vs. DELUXE LABORATORIES, ESIS

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Defendant Deluxe Laboratories' Petition for Removal. The Petition argued the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) erred in setting a trial date, but this argument became moot as the trial was subsequently held on a different date. The WCAB also admonished defense counsel for failing to include their State Bar number and for inaccurately describing the trial's scope. Sanctions were denied, but defense counsel was cautioned to ensure accuracy in future filings.

Petition for RemovalMootDismissalAdmonishmentDefense CounselState Bar NumberLimited IssuesSanctionsWCJ ReportEAMS
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Case No. ADJ8718900
Regular
Jun 27, 2019

JOSE ANTONIO RAMIREZ RAYA vs. JOANNE RUIZ, dba J'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted defendant's petition for removal, rescinding the judge's order that denied a motion to quash a deposition of defense counsel. The Board found that depositions of opposing counsel are disfavored and require a high standard of cause, which was not met. Furthermore, the judge denied the motion without a hearing or proper justification, violating due process. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings, emphasizing the need for well-supported discovery requests given the age of the claim.

Petition for RemovalMotion to QuashDeposition of Defense CounselOpposing Counsel DepositionDisfavored DiscoveryIntoxication DefenseLabor Code Section 3600(a)(4)Burden of ProofPanel QMEStipulation
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Case No. ADJ7256933
Regular
Mar 07, 2014

BRITTANY MILLER vs. CIMMS, INC. dba BURGER KING

This case involves a Petition for Reconsideration filed by the applicant in a workers' compensation matter before the WCAB. The Board reviewed the petition and the administrative law judge's report, ultimately adopting the judge's recommendation. Consequently, the Board dismissed the Petition for Reconsideration. Defense counsel also received a admonishment for violating WCAB Rule 10842(c) by attaching excessive documents to their answer.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARDPetition for ReconsiderationReport and Recommendationadministrative law judgedismiss the petitionDefense counseladmonishedexcess documentsWCAB Rule 10842(c)Cal. Code Regs.
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Case No. ADJ7114025
Regular
Nov 07, 2011

KATHLEEN KENNEDY vs. COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK SAN FRANCISCO GENERAL HOSPITAL, INTERCARE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reviewed a case where defense counsel filed a petition exceeding the 31-page limit. Although the Board initially considered sanctions, it ultimately decided against imposing them. However, the Board strongly admonished defense counsel to adhere to page limit regulations in future filings. Consequently, no sanctions were imposed on the defendant or their counsel for the oversized petition.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardRemovalSanctionsPetition for ReconsiderationCalifornia Code of RegulationsTitle 8Section 10845(a)Page LimitsAdmonishmentDefendant Counsel
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Case No. ADJ8051333
Regular
Mar 06, 2014

LILIAN MARTINEZ vs. GOLDEN STATE SEAFOOD, INC., TOWER SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY

This case involves a Petition for Removal filed by the defense in Lilian Martinez v. Golden State Seafood, Inc. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the Petition for Removal, adopting the reasoning of the administrative law judge. The WCAB also strongly admonished defense counsel for procedural violations, including failing to include her bar number and not serving all lien claimants. Further non-compliance with WCAB rules risks sanctions.

Petition for RemovalWCABDefense Counsel AdmonishmentRules of Practice and ProcedureState Bar Membership NumberService on Lien ClaimantsSanctionsWorkers' Compensation Administrative Law JudgeWCJ ReportCal. Code Regs.
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Case No. AHM 0109985
Regular
Aug 04, 2008

JOSE PERDOMO vs. ABC SUPPLY COMPANY, INC., ESIS

This case involves a dispute over a deposition scheduled by applicant's counsel, which defense counsel claims was erroneously set and misrepresented. The defendant sought removal of an order that took the case off calendar, alleging prejudice from applicant's counsel's representations. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the off-calendar order, and returned the matter to the trial level to determine the conflicting factual claims regarding the deposition.

Petition for RemovalOrder Taking Off CalendarAppirionWCJDepositionApplicant CounselDefense CounselVerified AnswerReport and RecommendationTrial Level
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Case No. ADJ7646278
Regular
May 25, 2012

KIRK ALVARADO vs. ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, SEABRIGHT INSURANCE COMPANY

Former applicant's counsel sought reconsideration of an arbitrator's order requiring them to pay $525.00 to reimburse the defendant for a failed deposition. The arbitrator based the order on a "fair balance" rather than bad faith, believing the defense was ready to proceed. However, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinding the cost order. The Board found that miscommunication between the applicant and his attorney, not counsel's fault, caused the deposition's failure.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationDecision After ReconsiderationFailed DepositionReimbursement of CostsLabor Code Section 5811MiscommunicationApplicant's CounselDefense CounselAward of Costs
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Case No. ADJ7605039
Regular
May 25, 2012

LYNETTE KERMANINEJAD vs. GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL, BROADSPIRE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration in the case of Kermaninejad v. Good Samaritan Hospital. The Board adopted the findings of the administrative law judge and incorporated them into their order. Defense counsel was admonished for attempting to introduce new evidence without meeting the required legal standard. Therefore, the Petition for Reconsideration was denied.

WCABReconsideration deniedNew evidenceWCAB Rule 10856Administrative law judge reportDefense counsel admonishedSan Jose District OfficeGood Samaritan HospitalBroadspireLynette Kermaninejad
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Case No. ADJ8070046, ADJ10519001
Regular
Jun 11, 2018

LASHAWN WILLIAMS vs. LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

This case involved sanctions imposed on applicant's attorney for verbally abusing opposing counsel. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, reducing the sanctions from $750 to $500 because the WCJ improperly cited prior misconduct not included in the notice. The WCAB affirmed the award of $193.75 in costs, finding it reasonable for defense counsel's time spent addressing the incident. The attorney's petition for disqualification of the WCJ was denied, as the allegations were untimely, unsubstantiated, and based on general adverse rulings rather than actual bias.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardSanctionsReconsiderationDisqualificationWCJApplicant's CounselDefense CounselMandatory Settlement ConferenceVerbal AbuseCosts
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