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Case No. ADJ8870233
Regular
Jun 13, 2014

MARIAM DAVTYAN vs. THE VONS COMPANIES, INC.

The Appeals Board granted the lien claimant's Petition for Removal, rescinding the WCJ's order for personal appearances by Dr. Collins and Paul Cohen and the Notice of Intent to impose sanctions. The Board found these orders prejudicial to the lien claimant's ability to present its case regarding the Medical Provider Network (MPN). While affirming the trial date, the Board clarified that the defendant bears the burden of proving the MPN's existence and validity. The decision emphasizes that sanctions should be considered after, not before, trial if appropriate.

Petition for RemovalMedical Provider Network (MPN)Validity of MPNSanctionsLien TrialDiscoveryWCJPretrial Conference StatementBurden of ProofSelf-Procured Treatment
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Case No. ADJ1817589 (POM 0209340)
Regular
Feb 22, 2011

MARIAM HASAN vs. GUADALUPE HOMES, SEDGWICK CIGA GLENDALE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award finding 100% permanent disability due to industrial injuries sustained in 1991. The defendant sought apportionment based on pre-existing degenerative spinal conditions. While the Agreed Medical Evaluator opined some apportionment was warranted, their report lacked sufficient detail to meet legal standards for causation and apportionment. Consequently, the case is returned to the trial level for further development of the medical record regarding permanent disability and apportionment.

Workers Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationFindings Award and OrderPermanent DisabilityApportionmentAgreed Medical EvaluatorWCJLabor Code Section 4663EscobedoGatten
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Case No. ADJ1817589
Regular
Mar 09, 2012

MARIAM HASAN vs. GUADALUPE HOMES, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, SEDGWICK CMS

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, upholding the finding of permanent total disability for the applicant. This decision was based on substantial medical evidence from Dr. Berman, who concluded the applicant was totally disabled due to multiple injuries, including her pelvis. The defendant's argument regarding apportionment to the low back was found insufficient to overturn the total disability finding, as other injuries also contributed significantly to the applicant's inability to compete in the open labor market. The Board adopted the Administrative Law Judge's report, finding the medical expert's opinion sufficient despite the lack of vocational or urologist reports.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPermanent total disabilityAgreed Medical EvaluatorApportionmentSedentary workWheelchairVocational rehabilitation expertIndustrial injurySubstantial medical evidencePetition for Reconsideration
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