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Case No. ADJ8942890 ADJ8942898
Regular
Jan 03, 2013

JOSE TORRICO vs. THE ANDREW LAUREN CO.; AIG CLAIMS

The Board dismissed the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration because it was not filed from a final order. The Board denied the defendant's Petition for Removal as it did not demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. However, the Board granted removal on its own motion due to an invalid Order Approving Compromise and Release (OACR) issued by the WCJ while a petition was pending. The Board vacated the OACR and returned the matter to the WCJ for further proceedings to resolve all outstanding issues in both case numbers.

Petition for ReconsiderationPetition for RemovalInterlocutory OrderFinal OrderSubstantive RightIrreparable HarmCompromise and ReleaseOACRWCJ JurisdictionVoid OACR
References
8
Case No. ADJ2574910 (ANA 0328189) ADJ7188791
Regular
Jul 28, 2011

MARIO MANRIQUEZ, JR. vs. JAMES LINEBACK M.D., STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND; BREDFELDT, CORSON & ODUKOYA; and FARMINGTON CASUALTY

The applicant, Mario Manriquez, Jr., filed a Petition for Removal seeking authorization for medical-legal testing from Farmington Casualty. The Appeals Board denied this petition, finding it premature as the applicant should have filed a Declaration of Readiness. However, the Board granted removal on its own motion to address multiple outstanding issues across two case numbers. These include the applicant's entitlement to medical treatment, the pending petition for an order compelling authorization for medical-legal expenses, and the applicant's prior no-shows at hearings. The Board redesignated the upcoming hearing as a status conference to allow the WCJ to address these matters.

Petition for RemovalPetition for Order CompellingPanel Qualified Medical EvaluatorPQMEMedical-Legal ProceduresFarmington CasualtyState Compensation Insurance FundCumulative InjuryCirculatory SystemExpedited Hearing
References
1
Case No. ADJ7785865
Regular

FABIOLA MARTINEZ vs. PRIORITY BUSINESS SERVICES, INC., TRAVELERS

The defendant sought removal of the WCJ's order rescinding a Compromise and Release (C&R), arguing the applicant's petition to set aside was untimely. The Appeals Board dismissed the defendant's petition due to improper service. However, the Board granted removal on its own motion, rescinded the WCJ's order, and returned the matter for a hearing on the applicant's petition to set aside the C&R. This decision acknowledges the applicant's petition was indeed untimely, but asserts the Board's authority to review the C&R for good cause under Labor Code section 5803.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for RemovalOrder Approving Compromise and ReleasePetition to Set Asideuntimely petitionPro Per ApplicantWCJremoval on Appeals Board motionGood CauseLabor Code Section 5803
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5
Case No. ADJ2329061
Regular
Jun 24, 2014

Irene Cota vs. C.R. Courier Services, Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc.

Gallagher Bassett's untimely and unverified petition for removal was dismissed. The Appeals Board granted removal on its own motion to address a lack of clarity regarding Gallagher's party status and the case's disposition. Due to missing or incomplete electronic and paper files, the Board could not determine Gallagher's involvement or the case's procedural history. The Order continuing the case for sanctions was rescinded, and the matter was returned to the trial level to identify the correct employer/administrator before proceeding.

Petition for RemovalDismissalRemoval on Board MotionDecision After RemovalUntimely PetitionUnverified PetitionOrder dated April 252014Mandatory Settlement ConferenceWCJ
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Case No. ADJ10393758
Regular
Jun 08, 2018

JOSE BASALDUA VALDEZ vs. NORCAL BUILDING SERVICES, INC., STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, Rutherford Ashbury, LLC, Patrick F. Mockler

Defendants sought dismissal from a workers' compensation case after the applicant's employer's insurer accepted coverage. The WCJ initially denied this dismissal but later dismissed one defendant without prejudice. The Appeals Board denied the defendants' Petition for Removal, finding it moot due to the subsequent order. However, the Board, on its own motion, granted removal to amend the later order and dismiss the remaining defendant without prejudice, correcting a perceived clerical error.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardPetition for RemovalGranting RemovalDecision After RemovalOrder Denying Petition to DismissMinute OrderJoinderGeneral ContractorUninsured Employers Benefits Trust FundSCIF
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1
Case No. ADJ8807200
Regular
Oct 24, 2014

RAFAEL ANGUIANO vs. NICK'S CABINET DOORS, ZURICH NORTH AMERICAN INSURANCE

This case involves a defendant's unverified Petition for Removal challenging a WCJ's order denying dismissal for lack of prosecution. The Appeals Board dismissed the defendant's petition due to the unverified filing. However, the Board granted removal on its own motion, rescinded the WCJ's prior order, and returned the case to the trial level. This action was taken because neither the applicant's attorney's objection nor the defendant's Declaration of Readiness to Proceed effectively activated the case for the purpose of avoiding dismissal under Rule 10582.

Petition for RemovalLack of ProsecutionRule 10582Declaration of Readiness to ProceedPetition to DismissNotice of Intention to DismissVerification DefectUnverified PetitionRescinded OrderReturned to Trial Level
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2
Case No. ADJ1988796 (OXN 0126081) ADJ4225705 (OXN 0126083)
Regular
Oct 18, 2010

JULIE ANN CABEZA vs. MARY HEALTH OF THE SICK, REDLAND INSURANCE, Administered By CRAWFORD AND COMPANY

The Appeals Board dismissed the lien claimant's petition for reconsideration because the WCJ's orders were not final. Removal was denied as there was no showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable injury. However, the Appeals Board granted removal on its own motion to rescind the WCJ's Amended Findings and Order and to remand the matter for further proceedings, including discovery and a potential trial on the lien. The WCJ also needs to consider the lien claimant's attorney's disability accommodation claim.

Lien ClaimantPetition for ReconsiderationDenying RemovalGranting RemovalWCJSanctionsLien TrialMandatory Settlement ConferenceNotice of IntentAmended Findings and Order
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5
Case No. ADJ7098412; ADJ7098413 ADJ7098414; ADJ7099557 ADJ7095101; ADJ7095118
Regular
Dec 16, 2010

ERLINDA SALES vs. HYATT REGENCY, LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY

The WCAB dismissed the applicant's petition for reconsideration as untimely and unverified, and denied her petition for removal. However, the Board granted removal on its own motion, rescinded the WCJ's Minute Order requiring the applicant to attend a PQME, and returned the matter to the WCJ for further proceedings. The applicant argued the Minute Order denied due process by not allowing a hearing on her contention of defendant's non-compliance with medical evaluation procedures.

WCABPetition for ReconsiderationPetition for RemovalMinute OrderPanel Qualified Medical ExaminationPQMEDr. KimLabor Code section 4062.2(c)Due ProcessUntimely Petition
References
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Case No. ADJ9389058
Regular
Sep 18, 2014

AARON GARCIA vs. 4G WIRELESS, INC., PREFERRED EMPLOYERS INSURANCE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the defendant's petition for reconsideration of an order vacating a prior approval of a Compromise and Release (C&R). The Board also denied the defendant's petition for removal, finding no irreparable harm shown. However, the WCAB granted removal on its own motion due to procedural issues, specifically that the defendant was not afforded an opportunity to oppose the applicant's petition to set aside the C&R. The matter is returned to the trial level for a hearing to determine the adequacy of the C&R and the applicant's intent, requiring the applicant's personal attendance.

Compromise and ReleasePetition for ReconsiderationPetition for RemovalOrder VacatingSetting AsideWCJSubstantive RightsFinal OrderVerificationExtraordinary Remedy
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9
Case No. ADJ7405264
Regular
Oct 18, 2011

IVORY PHILLIPS vs. IRWIN INDUSTRIES, INC./ZURICH NORTH AMERICA

The Appeals Board dismissed Defendant Irwin Industries' untimely petition for removal. The Board then initiated removal on its own motion, intending to impose sanctions on adjuster Richard Bailey for failing to appear at a hearing despite explicit notice that the hearing would proceed. The Board found Bailey's non-appearance may constitute a bad faith tactic intended to cause unnecessary delay, noting this refusal undermined the arbitration process.

Petition for RemovalUntimelyArbitratorJurisdictionSanctionsLabor Code § 5813Independent Medical ExaminerMedical Provider NetworkCompensabilityADR Agreement
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