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Case No. ADJ10110995 (MF)
Regular
Jun 20, 2019

Preston Lee Brown Scott vs. City of Los Angeles

Applicant Preston Lee Brown Scott, previously declared a vexatious litigant, filed multiple documents seeking relief without obtaining the required pre-filing approval. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reviewed these filings and found no significant change in circumstances justifying reconsideration of prior rulings. Consequently, the Board issued an order stating that the submitted documents are not accepted for filing. This order reaffirms the pre-filing requirements for vexatious litigants absent representation by a licensed attorney.

Vexatious LitigantPre-Filing OrderAppeals Board Rule 10782In Pro PerApplication for AdjudicationDeclaration of ReadinessPleadingsPetitionLicensed AttorneyChange in Circumstances
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Case No. ADJ10731404
Regular
Oct 09, 2018

PRESTON LEE BROWN SCOTT vs. CITY OF LOS ANGELES, OPSEC; THE HARTFORD

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) is issuing a notice of intention to declare applicant Preston Lee Brown Scott a vexatious litigant. This action is prompted by Mr. Scott's repeated filing of unmeritorious and repetitive claims and petitions, despite being informed of procedural rules and settlement agreements. If declared a vexatious litigant, Mr. Scott will be subject to a pre-filing order requiring him to obtain permission before filing any new documents or applications with the WCAB. This measure aims to prevent further abuse of the judicial process and conserve WCAB resources.

Vexatious litigantAppeals BoardPre-filing orderPropria personaReconsiderationLabor CodeCarve-out agreementADRCompromise and ReleaseSection 132a
References
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Case No. ADJ6621190 (MF)
Regular
Jan 18, 2019

DEANNA CARROLL vs. WINCO HOLDINGS, INC., LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY

Applicant Deanna Carroll was previously declared a vexatious litigant in 2016, requiring pre-approval to file any requests with the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). In this decision, the WCAB reviewed a Petition for Removal for Cause filed by Carroll in propria persona on December 4, 2018. Finding no significant change in circumstances or newly discovered evidence since the prior determination, the WCAB declined to accept the petition for filing. Therefore, Carroll's petition was rejected as per the vexatious litigant pre-filing order.

Vexatious litigantpre-filing orderAppeals Board Rule 10782Petition for Removal for Causein pro pernew evidencechange in lawpresiding judgelicensed attorneydeclaration of readiness
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Case No. ADJ460672 (SFO 0499592), ADJ224818 (SFO 0499593)
Regular
Jul 11, 2012

HAMID KHAZAELI vs. SPEDIA.COM, INC., and SYSMASTER CORP., GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO

Applicant Hamid Khazaeli has been declared a vexatious litigant under CCR Title 8, Section 10782, requiring pre-filing approval for any filings with the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) unless represented by an attorney. His "Petition for Reconsideration, Removal, Disqualification, and to Compel Testimony" filed on June 29, 2012, was reviewed. The WCAB did not accept this petition for filing, deeming it largely duplicative of prior dismissed and rejected filings. This decision reinforces the applicant's status as a vexatious litigant subject to strict pre-filing review protocols.

Vexatious LitigantPre-filing OrderCCR Title 8 Section 10782Petition for ReconsiderationRemovalDisqualificationCompel TestimonyJudicial OfficersQuasi-Judicial OfficersAppeals Board
References
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Case No. ADJ1485139
Regular
Apr 28, 2015

VIVIAN CHAMBERS, (Deceased) VALENCIA CHAMBERS vs. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, YORK RISK MANAGEMENT

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied Valencia Chambers' Petition for Reconsideration, upholding the prior ruling that denied her claim for back pay and a death benefit. The Board adopted the Workers' Compensation Judge's report, which detailed the applicant's repeated attempts to relitigate issues previously decided and affirmed by the Court of Appeals. The Judge recommended the applicant be declared a vexatious litigant due to her conduct wasting board resources. The Board indicated the Judge could refer the vexatious litigant recommendation to the Presiding Judge.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationVexatious litigantStatute of LimitationsDeath benefitNew and further disabilityApplication for Adjudication of ClaimPetition for DisqualificationJudge shoppingBack pay
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Case No. ADJ7643460 ADJ8909733
Regular
Jan 03, 2020

Tracy Lee vs. XCHANGING, GRANITE STATE INSURANCE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied applicant Tracy Lee's multiple Petitions for Removal, adopting the reasoning of the workers' compensation judge. The WCAB admonished the applicant that repetitive, meritless filings may lead to a declaration as a vexatious litigant under WCAB rule 10782. This rule outlines criteria for identifying and restricting such litigants, including those who repeatedly relitigate determined issues or file unmeritorious motions. The applicant's continued filings without apparent merit have resulted in this denial and a warning against further vexatious conduct.

Petitions for RemovalVexatious LitigantPropria PersonaMeritless FilingsHarassmentDelayPrefiling OrderReopeningLabor CodeWCJ Reports
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Case No. ADJ7592075
Regular
Apr 19, 2013

CARLA BALLOU vs. MEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, ALPHA FUND

This case concerns a lien claimant's petition for reconsideration of a denial of sanctions against the defendant hospital and insurer. The lien claimant, an attorney, argued sanctions were warranted because the compromise and release agreement failed to disclose his attorney fee lien. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, adopting the Workers' Compensation Judge's report. The judge found no vexatious conduct by the defendant, as their counsel had orally disclosed the lien to an Information and Assistance Officer. The judge also concluded the lien claimant was not a vexatious litigant, and the sanctions petition was not a repeated, unmeritorious filing.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationWCJLien ClaimantAttorney Fee LienCompromise and ReleaseSanctionsVexatious LitigantInformation and Assistance OfficerJudicial Error
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2
Case No. ADJ4599548 (MON 0212034), ADJ1776170 (MON 0224335)
Regular
Sep 17, 2012

KRISTIAN VON RITZHOFF vs. OGDEN ENTERTAINMENT, AIG, BROADSPIRE, a CRAWFORD COMPANY

Kristian Von Ritzhoff has been declared a vexatious litigant by the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) under California Code of Regulations, title 8, section 10782. This designation requires him to obtain prior approval from the Presiding Judge or the Appeals Board before filing any pleadings, unless represented by a licensed attorney. The WCAB reviewed a Petition for Reconsideration filed by Von Ritzhoff, dated September 10, 2012, and determined it was *not accepted* for filing. This ruling signifies the Board's adherence to the pre-filing order in managing the applicant's litigation activities.

Vexatious litigantPre-filing orderWCABWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationRemovalExtraordinary remedyDeputy CommissionerOgden EntertainmentBroadspire
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Case No. ADJ1990332 (OAK 0251897) ADJ332563 (OAK 0262649) ADJ2879880 (OAK 0263586) ADJ4303903 (OAK 0264811)
Regular
Nov 09, 2009

TERRY D. BROWN vs. PORT OF OAKLAND

The Appeals Board declared Terry Brown a vexatious litigant due to repeatedly filing unmeritorious papers attempting to relitigate previously determined issues. A prefiling order was implemented requiring review of his future filings.

Vexatious litigantRemovalAppeals BoardRule 10782Prefiling orderIn propria personaUnmeritorious petitionsConditional filingPresiding WCJGood cause
References
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Case No. 2010 NY Slip Op 51549(U)
Regular Panel Decision

Milosevic v. O'Donnell

The motion court properly dismissed the fourth and fifth causes of action against Joost, which alleged negligence and intentional/wanton conduct. These claims failed under the theory of respondeat superior, as there was no evidence the coworker's alleged assault was within the scope of employment or condoned by Joost. Furthermore, the claims based on common-law negligence for sponsoring an event were also dismissed. The court found no allegations that Joost controlled the premises or was aware of the CFO's violent propensities when intoxicated. The decision highlighted that speculation about discovery would not prevent dismissal, and thus, the court did not need to address whether the claims were barred by the Workers' Compensation Law.

NegligenceRespondeat SuperiorAssaultEmployer LiabilityVicarious LiabilityCommon-Law NegligencePremises LiabilityWorkers' Compensation LawAppellate ReviewDismissal
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