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. ADJ2996723 (LAO 0841594), ADJ4157903 (LAO 0848595), ADJ4177198 (LAO 0848596)
Regular
May 30, 2017

JESUS HERNANDEZ vs. WARNER BROTHERS STUDIOS

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied Warner Brothers Studios' petition for removal in the case of Jesus Hernandez. Removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only when substantial prejudice or irreparable harm will result from denial and reconsideration is inadequate. The WCAB found that Warner Brothers failed to demonstrate either of these conditions based on the WCJ's report. Therefore, the petition for removal was denied.

Petition for RemovalExtraordinary RemedySubstantial PrejudiceIrreparable HarmReconsideration Adequate RemedyWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJ ReportFinal DecisionAdverse DecisionApplicant
References
Case No. ADJ9737947
Regular
Apr 15, 2016

DOUGLAS CRINGEAN vs. WARNER BROS. STUDIO FACILITIES, WARNER BROS. WORKERS' COMPENSATION

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case, involving Douglas Cringean and Warner Bros. Studio Facilities, concerns a clerical error in a prior decision's caption. The Board's decision served on April 11, 2016, incorrectly stated the caption as "Opinion and Order Granting Petition for Reconsideration." The Board is correcting this to the accurate caption, "Opinion and Order Granting Petition for Reconsideration and Decision After Reconsideration." This correction is permissible as clerical errors can be rectified at any time without further proceedings.

Clerical ErrorCaption CorrectionPetition for ReconsiderationDecision After ReconsiderationWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardAMENDED captionSupplemental ProceedingsADJ9737947Warner Bros. Studio FacilitiesDouglas Cringean
References
Case No. ADJ1989935 (MON 0338981) ADJ4062863 (MON 0338982) ADJ2122205 (MON 0338983)
Regular
Jan 23, 2009

JOHNNY E. GOSS vs. WARNER BROTHERS STUDIO FACILITIES

Defendant's Petition for Reconsideration is dismissed as untimely; even if timely, it would be denied on the merits.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARDWarner Brothers Studio Facilitieslien claimmedical servicespetition for reconsiderationuntimelyjurisdictionalFindings and Awardadministrative law judgeWCJ
References
Case No. ADJ2263476 (VNO 0318779)
Regular
Apr 20, 2016

DARLENE FERRONA vs. WARNER BROTHERS, TIME WARNER ENTERTAINMENT CO; ZURICH LOS ANGELES

This case concerns Darlene Ferrona's entitlement to 24/7 home health care following a psyche and fibromyalgia injury. The defendant, Warner Brothers, sought reconsideration of an order granting these services, arguing that utilization review only authorized limited care and that new prescriptions were required per Labor Code section 4600(h). The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming that the applicant's prior authorization of 24/7 home health care by treating physicians and subsequent stipulation established ongoing need. The Board clarified that while a prescription date is crucial for liability, a new prescription is not always necessary to continue approved, ongoing home health care if the applicant's condition has not changed, citing the precedent of *Patterson v. The Oaks Farm*.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardDarlene FerronaWarner BrothersZurich Los Angelesindustrial injurypsychefibromyalgiahome health careutilization reviewsubstantial medical evidence
References
Case No. ADJ6820021, ADJ6820115, ADJ6820640, ADJ6820664
Regular
May 11, 2012

GENOVEVA AYALA vs. WARNER BROTHERS

This case involves Genoveva Ayala's workers' compensation claims against Warner Brothers for multiple injuries. The Administrative Law Judge (WCJ) found some injuries to be established but excluded applicant's medical evidence regarding neurological and internal injuries due to alleged procedural violations. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding that the applicant should have an opportunity to obtain admissible medical reports through the Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) process, as defendants allegedly interfered with this process. Consequently, the issue of neurological and internal injuries is deferred for further evaluation.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardGenoveva AyalaWarner BrothersPermissibly Self-InsuredJoint Partial Findings of FactOrders and Notice of Intention to Appoint Regular PhysicianWorkers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge (WCJ)orthopedic injurycumulative traumaneurological system
References
Case No. ADJ71 43769
Regular
May 11, 2016

CURTIS KLEIN vs. WARNER BROS. STUDIO

This case involves a dispute over reimbursement for medical treatment provided by Dr. Marina Russman and other lien claimants. The defendant, Warner Bros. Studio, argued that Dr. Russman's treatment requests should not have been authorized because they were not submitted by the applicant's primary treating physician and therefore did not trigger the utilization review (UR) process. The Appeals Board affirmed the original award, holding that requests for authorization from secondary treating physicians do trigger the UR process. The Board also found substantial evidence supported the reasonableness and necessity of Dr. Russman's treatment, rejecting the defendant's argument that the applicant's condition was due to a pre-existing injury. Finally, a clerical error in the original order regarding a lien claimant was corrected.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardCurtis KleinWarner Bros. StudioPermissibly Self-InsuredOpinion and Decision After ReconsiderationPetition for ReconsiderationFindings of Fact Orders and AwardAdministrative Law Judge (WCJ)Lien ClaimantsDr. Marina Russman
References
Case No. ADJ6754063
Regular
Jun 06, 2013

GLENN WILLIAMS vs. WARNER BROTHERS ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

This case involves Glenn Williams, who claimed industrial injuries to his back, neck, shoulders, and elbows while employed by Warner Brothers Entertainment, Inc. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration. The Board adopted the findings of the Administrative Law Judge (WCJ), who found the applicant's testimony credible. The WCJ's decision was supported by the Agreed Medical Examiner, Dr. Angerman, who concluded the applicant sustained industrial injuries due to arduous employment.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationAdministrative Law JudgeAgreed Medical ExaminerSub rosa filmContinuous traumaIndustrial injuryCredibility findingOrthopedic complaintsSign writer
References
Case No. ADJ2859198 (MON 0336989) ADJ6864257 ADJ6864244
Regular
Dec 22, 2016

MICHAEL CHANEY vs. WARNER BROTHERS STUDIO FACILITIES

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision addresses Defendant Warner Brothers' petition for reconsideration of a prior finding of injury AOE/COE to the applicant's neck, back, hands, and psyche. The Board admits a disputed medical report from Dr. Friedman into evidence, finding Defendant failed to meet its burden to exclude it. The Board affirms the WCJ's findings, concluding that substantial evidence supports injury to the applicant's hands and that the neck injury claim is not time-barred based on AME Dr. Harris's opinion. The Board also finds sufficient evidence for the psychiatric injury claim, relying on the admitted report and acknowledging Defendant's arguments regarding causation were factually inaccurate.

AOE/COEdate of injurystatute of limitationspsychiatric injurycausation thresholdLabor Code section 3208.3medical reportsAgreed Medical EvaluatorQualified Medical Examinercumulative trauma
References
Case No. ADJ8000726
Regular
Oct 03, 2016

KONG CHREA vs. WARNER BROTHERS STUDIOS

Defendant Warner Brothers Studios sought reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision awarding applicant Kong Chrea 77% permanent disability. The defendant argued the assigned permanent disability rating was not supported by substantial medical evidence under Almaraz/Guzman and that the applicant failed to prove his psychiatric injury was predominantly caused by his physical injury. The Board denied reconsideration, finding Dr. Sobol's report provided adequate justification for the rating and that Dr. O'Brien's opinion supported the psychiatric injury finding. A dissenting opinion argued Dr. Sobol's rating was impermissibly based on work function and speculative calculations.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPermanent Disability RatingAlmaraz/GuzmanSubstantial Medical EvidencePsyche InjuryPredominant CauseAMA GuidesFunctional CapacityAlternative RatingDisability Schedules
References
Case No. ADJ1152468 (MON 0356199)
Regular
Sep 08, 2009

TROY FOREMAN vs. WARNER BROTHERS STUDIO ENTERPRISES

This case concerns a dispute over workers' compensation benefits following an industrial injury sustained by applicant Troy Foreman. The employer, Warner Brothers Studio Enterprises, sought reconsideration of a prior ruling. Key issues included the date applicant reached maximum medical improvement, the employer's obligation regarding returning the applicant to work, and the correct permanent disability indemnity rate. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, affirming the prior award's core findings but amending specific details regarding notice of work offer, attorney fees, and the permanent disability indemnity rate.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for ReconsiderationTemporary Disability IndemnityPermanent Disability IndemnityLabor Code Section 4658Notice of Offer of Regular WorkRegular WorkModified WorkClerical ErrorFindings and Award
References
Showing 1-10 of 407 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