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Case No. ADJ16783938; ADJ16778187
Regular
Aug 28, 2025

Polly Mark Dizon vs. Spears Manufacturing Company, Zurich San Francisco

Applicant Polly Mark Dizon filed applications for cumulative and specific injuries. The Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge (WCJ) issued a Findings and Order (F&O) requiring additional Qualified Medical Examination (QME) panels, which the defendant opposed. Defendant filed a Petition for Removal, arguing they would suffer substantial prejudice. The Appeals Board granted the Petition for Removal, finding that due process was violated as no evidentiary record was made, and the Minutes of Hearing were unclear. Consequently, the May 24, 2024 F&O was rescinded, and the matter returned to the trial level for further proceedings consistent with the Board's opinion.

Petition for RemovalQualified Medical Examinationsubstantial prejudiceMinutes of HearingOrdered Off CalendarFindings and OrderHearing LossHeadachesNeurologyAudiology
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Case No. ADJ6939769
Regular
Sep 28, 2010

RONY BONILLA vs. AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM, INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE WEST

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted defendant's Petition for Reconsideration, rescinding the prior Findings and Award. The Board found the original decision void *ab initio* due to the Administrative Law Judge's failure to serve the Minutes of Hearing and Summary of Evidence and issue a Notice of Intent to Submit. This procedural defect deprived the defendant of due process and the opportunity to object. The matter is returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision.

WCABPetition for ReconsiderationFindings and AwardMinutes of HearingSummary of EvidenceLabor Code section 5313Board Rule 10562(a)(2)Notice of Intent to SubmitDue ProcessExpedited Hearing
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Case No. VNO 537574
Regular
Aug 18, 2008

## CARMEN BAPRAWSKI, vs. ## LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE; SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RISK MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION,

This case involves applicant Carmen Baprawski's claim for workers' compensation benefits due to stress and harassment sustained during her employment as a counselor. The administrative law judge dismissed the case without prejudice for failure to object to a Notice of Intention to Dismiss. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinding the dismissal order. The Board emphasized the legal policy favoring hearings on the merits and returned the case to the trial level. The WCJ is directed to treat the reconsideration petition as a timely objection and hold an evidentiary hearing on dismissal, considering factors like the applicant's capacity to sit for deposition.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardReconsiderationOrder of DismissalApplication for Adjudication of ClaimCumulative InjuryStress and HarassmentNotice of Intention to DismissGood CauseHearing on the MeritsEvidentiary Hearing
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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. ADJ3457213
Regular
Feb 11, 2020

PATRICIA BECERRA vs. CORPORATE PERSONNEL NETWORK, AIG CLAIMS

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order dismissing Med-Rx Funding, LLC's lien. The WCJ dismissed Med-Rx's lien for failing to appear at conferences, but Med-Rx contended its lien was stayed under Labor Code section 4615. The WCAB found that Med-Rx's filings raised the issue of the section 4615 stay, and due process required an evidentiary hearing to determine its applicability. Therefore, the case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings.

WCABMed-Rx FundingLLCLabor Code section 4615lien dismissalnotice of intent to dismissgood causePetition for Reconsiderationdue processfair hearing
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Case No. ADJ730036 ANA 0360522
Regular
Feb 19, 2019

CLAUDIA RIOS vs. KARLTON RESIDENTIAL CARE, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, INTERCARE HOLDINGS INSURANCE SERVICES, INC., PACIFIC NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration and returned the case to the trial level because the WCJ failed to rule on the lien claimant's petition to correct errors in filing the lien activation fee. The lien claimant, Back Pain Chiropractic Clinic (BPCC), argued that its hearing representative mistakenly filed the fee under the wrong entity's name. The WCAB rescinded the original decision to allow for further proceedings and a new decision addressing this specific issue. This ensures the lien claimant's due process rights are upheld.

Workers Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationFindings and OrderLien ClaimantLabor Code SectionsWCAB RuleHearing RepresentativePetition to Correct NamesCode of Civil Procedure Section 473Due Process
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Case No. ADJ9794683
Regular
Oct 05, 2015

MARIA TIJERIN vs. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the trial judge's decision denying temporary disability benefits. The Board found the record insufficiently developed to determine if the applicant's industrial back and shoulder injury prevented her from working. Specifically, the Board noted the lack of hearing minutes and the need to distinguish industrial disability from non-industrial carpal tunnel surgery recovery. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings to develop the record regarding temporary disability entitlement.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationTemporary DisabilityIndustrial InjuryLow Back InjuryRight Shoulder InjuryKindergarten TeacherNon-industrial Carpal Tunnel SurgeryRecord DevelopmentExpedited Hearing
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Case No. ADJ8326133
Regular
Nov 02, 2013

ERIKA AYALA vs. CARLS JR RESTAURANTS BY THE BAY INVESTMENTS, YORK INSURANCE

The Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a dismissal with prejudice, returning the case to the trial level. Applicant's counsel argued due process violations due to improper notice and language barriers, but the Board noted the applicant's lack of diligence and multiple missed opportunities to object. The Board found insufficient evidence to determine the cause of non-response and ordered a hearing to address the merits of the dismissal petition. A hearing is now required to resolve the applicant's claims regarding treatment and communication issues.

Petition for ReconsiderationOrder Dismissing Case with PrejudiceFailure to ProsecuteDue ProcessNotice of Intention to DismissAttorney of RecordSubstitution of AttorneyFrivolous PetitionChiropractor TreatmentActual Notice
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Case No. ADJ9259156
Regular
Jan 05, 2017

SIDNEY SWANSON vs. LAS VEGAS LA EXPRESS, ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the trial judge's findings. The Board found that a stipulation regarding the assignment of a lien from Mesa Pharmacy to Javlin Three LLC did not sufficiently address enforceability under Labor Code section 4903.8. Due to insufficient development of the record regarding the assignment's validity and Mesa's current business status, the case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings. This ensures due process by allowing for the presentation of evidence and potential testimony on these crucial issues.

Mesa PharmacyJavlin Three LLClien claimantassignment of rightsreimbursementLabor Code Section 4903.8standingMinutes of Hearingevidentiary hearingPetition for Reconsideration
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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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