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. 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
References
Case No. ADJ16334598
Regular
Oct 13, 2025

ANTHONY REYES vs. XPO LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN, INC.; EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE

Applicant Anthony Reyes filed a petition for removal challenging an order by the workers' compensation administrative law judge (WCJ) that took the matter off calendar. The WCAB granted removal, determining that the WCJ's order violated the parties' right to due process by failing to create a record or explain the deferral of the additional panels issue, thus constituting irreparable harm. As a Decision After Removal, the Appeals Board rescinded the April 24, 2025, order taking the matter off calendar and returned the case to the trial level to establish a proper record. The Board explicitly stated it made no judgment on the merits of additional panels at this stage due to the lack of a formal record.

Petition for RemovalOrder Taking Matter Off CalendarAdditional PanelsDue Process ViolationIrreparable HarmSubstantial PrejudiceRecord CreationTrial LevelWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardRescind Order
References
Case No. ADJ2061639 (VNO 0553366) ADJ4481677 (VNO 0553364)
Regular
Sep 25, 2013

ARACELY MENJIVAR vs. NESTLE USA, INC., AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO.

Here's a summary of the case for a lawyer, in four sentences: The Appeals Board granted the defendant's Petition for Removal, rescinding the WCJ's orders to take the matters off calendar for medical record development prior to trial. The Board found the WCJ prematurely ordered record development without first establishing deficiencies in existing medical opinions after evidence admission. Consequently, the cases are returned to the trial level for proper trial proceedings. The Board denied the defendant's request to remove the WCJ, as it failed to meet statutory disqualification requirements.

Petition for RemovalOff CalendarMedical Record DevelopmentThreshold MatterDeficient Medical OpinionsTrial LevelDisqualification of WCJSection 5311WCAB Rule 10452Affidavit/Declaration
References
Case No. ADJ6733950
Regular
Jul 25, 2012

ANTHONY AVILA vs. MARK EVERETTE DRYWALL CO., EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., AMERICAN CLAIMS MANAGEMENT

This case concerns an applicant's Petition for Reconsideration of a dismissal order. The applicant argues his due process rights were violated because the dismissal for failure to appear was improper since his counsel was present at trial dates. The Appeals Board found that as the applicant was represented by counsel at trial, dismissal was erroneous. The Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the dismissal, and returned the matter to the trial level, also noting the unresolved request for counsel to withdraw.

Petition for ReconsiderationOrder Dismissing CaseWCJdue processMandatory Settlement ConferencetrialMinutes of Hearingrelieved as counselNotice of Intention to Dismiss Casefailure to appear
References
Case No. ADJ6680842
Regular
Jan 31, 2013

BRUNO VARGAS vs. SELECT BUILD INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, GALLAGHER BASSETT

This case involves Applicant Bruno Vargas and Defendants Select Build Integrated Construction Services and Gallagher Bassett. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a previous WCJ decision. The Board rescinded that decision and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision by the WCJ. This order is not a final decision on the merits of the case.

WCABReconsiderationRescindedFurther ProceedingsWCJ DecisionAdministrative Law JudgeApplicantDefendantsIntegrated Construction ServicesGallagher Bassett
References
Case No. ADJ11826196
Regular
Oct 09, 2020

HUBER GARCIA vs. TESLA MOTORS, ZURICH NORTH AMERICA

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) has rescinded a prior WCJ decision in *Garcia v. Tesla Motors*. This action was taken because the parties have reached a proposed settlement while the case was pending on reconsideration. The matter is now returned to the trial level for the WCJ to review the settlement. If the settlement is not approved, the WCJ can reinstate the original decision, with the option for further reconsideration.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardReconsiderationProposed SettlementRescind DecisionReturned to Trial LevelWCJAdministrative Law JudgeZurich North AmericaTesla MotorsADJ11826196
References
Case No. AHM 0109985
Regular
Aug 04, 2008

JOSE PERDOMO vs. ABC SUPPLY COMPANY, INC., ESIS

This case involves a dispute over a deposition scheduled by applicant's counsel, which defense counsel claims was erroneously set and misrepresented. The defendant sought removal of an order that took the case off calendar, alleging prejudice from applicant's counsel's representations. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the off-calendar order, and returned the matter to the trial level to determine the conflicting factual claims regarding the deposition.

Petition for RemovalOrder Taking Off CalendarAppirionWCJDepositionApplicant CounselDefense CounselVerified AnswerReport and RecommendationTrial Level
References
Case No. ADJ3863284 (OXN 0147713)
Regular
May 13, 2013

ISAIAS ORTIZ vs. WATERWAY PLASTICS, SAFETY NATIONAL INSURANCE

This case involves two lien claimants whose liens were dismissed for failing to pay an activation fee prior to trial. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, finding that Labor Code section 4903.06 only requires proof of payment of the fee at a "lien conference," not a subsequent trial. Because the lien conference occurred in 2012 and the trial in 2013, the lien claimants were not required to pay the fee prior to trial. The WCAB rescinded the dismissal orders and returned the matter for further proceedings.

Lien activation feeWCABPetition for ReconsiderationLien ConferenceLien TrialLabor Code section 4903.06Declaration of Readiness to ProceedDismissal with prejudiceRescind OrderReturn to trial level
References
Case No. ADJ9157728
Regular
Dec 07, 2017

Pamela Lillquist vs. Tauck, Inc., Hartford Underwriter Insurance Company

In this Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case, the Board rescinded a prior administrative law judge's decision that dismissed certain liens. Reconsideration was granted to review the factual and legal issues, but a settlement has since been reached by the parties. The matter is returned to the trial level for the administrative law judge to review and approve the proposed settlement. This decision is not a final determination on the merits of the case.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardReconsiderationFindings and OrderWorkers' Compensation Administrative Law JudgeLiens DismissedSettlementRescindedReturned to Trial LevelJudicial ReviewTrial Level Proceedings
References
Case No. ADJ2681583 (MON 0239411)
Regular
May 01, 2012

GUILLERMINA GONZALEZ vs. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA JOBBERS, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE (CIGA) by BROADSPIRE, for CALIFORNIA COMPENSATION INSURANCE, in liquidation

In *Gonzalez v. Southern California Jobbers*, the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's decision. The Board rescinded the prior decision and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision. This order signifies the matter is not yet finalized on its merits.

Reconsideration OrderRescindedFurther ProceedingsWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJCalifornia Insurance Guarantee AssociationCIGABroadspireLiquidationSouthern California Jobbers
References
Showing 1-10 of 6,453 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