CompFox Logo
AboutWorkflowFeaturesPricingCase LawInsights

Updated Daily

Case Law Database

Access over workers' compensation decisions, including En Banc, Significant Panel Decisions, and writ-denied cases.

Case No. ADJ8602126
Regular
Nov 09, 2016

SERGIO QUINTERO vs. THE GROWING COMPANY, TOWER INSURANCE AND AMTRUST NORTH AMERICA

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the applicant's petition for reconsideration in the case of Quintero v. The Growing Company. The WCAB adopted and incorporated the reasoning from the workers' compensation administrative law judge's report. The order specifies that the petition for reconsideration is dismissed. Commissioner Caplane, involved in a prior decision, was unavailable.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationDismissedWCJ reportAdministrative Law JudgeSergio QuinteroThe Growing CompanyTower InsuranceAmtrust North AmericaADJ8602126
References
Case No. AHM 0138965
Regular
May 29, 2007

Sergio Patron vs. DENNY'S RESTAURANT, GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC.

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed Sergio Patron's petition for reconsideration as untimely because it was filed more than 25 days after the original decision was mailed. Applicant's arguments regarding a 10-day notice of intention and a 30-day filing period were rejected as inapplicable to the circumstances. Therefore, the petition was procedurally barred and dismissed.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationUntimely FilingJurisdictional Time LimitsFindings and OrderService by MailNotice of TrialWCAB Rule 10562Occupational Safety and Health Appeals BoardLabor Code Section 6614
References
Case No. AHM 0114480
Regular
Jun 06, 2008

JAVIER QUINTERO vs. IRON MOUNTAIN, INC., ZURICH NORTH AMERICA

In Quintero v. Iron Mountain, Inc., the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration. This action was taken due to statutory time constraints and an initial review of the record, necessitating further study of the factual and legal issues. The Board requires this additional review to ensure a complete understanding of the case and issue a just decision.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARDPetition for ReconsiderationGRANTINGOPINION AND ORDERJAVIER QUINTEROIRON MOUNTAINZURICH NORTH AMERICAAHM 0114480STATUTORY TIME CONSTRAINTSFURTHER PROCEEDINGS
References
Case No. ADJ7186657
Regular
Sep 30, 2011

Sergio Marquez vs. Alan's Lawnmower and Garden Center; INC, STAR INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of a decision that found Sergio Marquez did not sustain an industrial injury. The applicant argued the employer's post-termination defense under Labor Code section 3600(a)(10) was inapplicable and that the presumption of injury under Labor Code section 5402 should apply. However, the Board adopted the WCJ's findings that neither the presumption nor an exception to the defense was established. The WCJ's report, which was incorporated by the Board, detailed why these arguments failed based on the evidence presented.

Workers Compensation Appeals BoardSergio MarquezAlan's Lawnmower and Garden CenterStar Insurance CompanyIllinois Midwest Insurance AgencyADJ7186657Order Denying Reconsiderationindustrial injuryLabor Code section 5402presumption of industrial injury
References
Case No. ADJ8667926
Regular
Sep 16, 2014

NINFA QUINTERO vs. PACIFIC TRIPLE E. LTD., MEADOWBROOK FOR STAR INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration and dismissed removal in the case of Ninfa Quintero vs. Pacific Triple E. Ltd. The denial was based on the reasoning provided by the workers' compensation administrative law judge, which the Board adopted. The judge correctly found that defense counsel violated Labor Code section 4062.3 by communicating with a medical evaluator and providing documentation less than 20 days prior to the scheduled evaluation, and by failing to serve applicant's counsel with all enclosed documents. The Board further agreed that striking the evaluator's report and ordering a new panel was appropriate, as there was no showing of irreparable harm or significant prejudice to warrant removal.

WCABPetition for ReconsiderationRemovalLabor Code Section 4062.3Qualified Medical EvaluatorQMEChiropractic MedicineEx Parte CommunicationMedical TreatmentFinal Order
References
Case No. ADJ4306207 (LBO 0384563)
Regular
Jul 20, 2015

Sergio Mancilla vs. Owens Brockway

Defendant Owens Brockway sought reconsideration to set aside a Stipulations with Request for Award, arguing a factual error in the amount of permanent disability paid to date used for credit calculation. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied this petition. The WCAB adopted and incorporated the Workers' Compensation Judge's report, which recommended denial. Therefore, the award previously approved remains in effect.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationStipulations with Request for AwardPermanent DisabilityCreditAwardWorkers' Compensation JudgePetition to ReopenSelf-insuredGallagher Bassett
References
Case No. ADJ6995425
Regular
Apr 27, 2012

SERGIO SANCHEZ vs. LIDA KOHANSAMEH, PACIFIC SPECIALTY INSURANCE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior ruling finding the applicant an employee of Lida Kohansameh. While agreeing the applicant was not an employee of Pacific Great West Construction, the Board remanded the case for further proceedings. The trial judge must now determine if the applicant is excluded from workers' compensation coverage under Labor Code sections 3351(d) and 3352(h), specifically regarding residential or casual employment and hours worked. This decision avoids a final determination on employment status and focuses on potential statutory exclusions.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardLida KohansamehPacific Specialty InsuranceTristar Risk ManagementSergio SanchezFindings and OrderEmployee statusPacific Great West ConstructionReport and RecommendationPetition for Reconsideration
References
Case No. ADJ6487778
Regular
Jul 19, 2011

SERGIO ZAMORA vs. TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, ZÜRICH NORTH AMERICA

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's petition for reconsideration of a Findings and Award that determined the applicant sustained a 100% permanent disability due to an industrial injury. The defendant argued the WCJ erred in deeming the applicant unemployable and sought apportionment of psychiatric disability. However, the parties subsequently reached a settlement agreement via Compromise and Release. Consequently, the Board rescinded the original award and returned the matter to the trial level for settlement finalization.

Sergio ZamoraTaylor Fresh FoodsZurich North AmericaADJ6487778Petition for ReconsiderationFindings and AwardDryer OperatorIndustrial InjuryRight HandThird Finger
References
Case No. ADJ7264206
Regular
Jan 12, 2017

SERGIO RUAN vs. SUPER MERCADO MI TIERRA, FARMERS INSURANCE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration because it was not taken from a "final" order, decision, or award. The Board clarified that a final order must determine substantive rights or liabilities, or a fundamental threshold issue. In this case, the WCJ's decision only awarded attorney fees to the applicant's counsel, and the defendant was not aggrieved by this specific award. Therefore, the petition was dismissed.

Petition for ReconsiderationAggrieved PartyFinal OrderSubstantive RightThreshold IssueAttorney FeesWCJ ReportDismissed PetitionWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardSergio Ruan
References
Case No. SAL 0098095
Regular
Nov 19, 2007

SERGIO GARCIA vs. SANTA CLARA WAREHOUSE, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND

This case concerns a worker's compensation claim for back and psyche injuries sustained on March 6, 2001. The defendant, State Compensation Insurance Fund, sought to withdraw its stipulation of injury to the psyche, arguing the applicant hadn't been employed for the required six months. The Board affirmed the original award, holding that a stipulation, once made, cannot be withdrawn without good cause, which was not shown here. The Board also upheld the WCJ's decision regarding apportionment of disability and the correct permanent disability rating schedule to be used.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardSergio GarciaSanta Clara WarehouseState Compensation Insurance FundOpinion and Decision After Reconsiderationindustrial injuryback injurypsyche injurypermanent disabilityPermanent Disability Rating Schedule
References
Showing 1-10 of 58 results

Ready to streamline your practice?

Apply these legal strategies instantly. CompFox helps you find decisions, analyze reports, and draft pleadings in minutes.

CompFox Logo

The AI standard for workers' compensation professionals. Faster research, deeper analysis, better outcomes.

Product

  • Platform
  • Workflow
  • Features
  • Pricing

Solutions

  • Defense Firms
  • Applicants' Attorneys
  • Insurance carriers
  • Medical Providers

Company

  • About
  • Insights
  • Case Law

Legal

  • Privacy
  • Terms
  • Trust
  • Cookies
  • Subscription

© 2026 CompFox Inc. All rights reserved.

Systems Operational