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This case involves an appeal by the International Basketball League (IBL) challenging a prior award of permanent disability benefits to a professional basketball player under California workers' compensation law. The IBL argues it should be exempt under Labor Code section 3600.5(b), which applies when an employee is hired outside California and temporarily works within the state. The Appeals Board rescinded the prior award, remanding the case for a new decision. The WCJ must now determine if the IBL meets the four-part test for exemption as outlined in the Carroll v. Cincinnati Bengals en banc decision.
, Applicant, HAROLD ELLIS, vs. , Defendants. INTERNATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE; USF&G; DENVER NUGGETS; LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS; TIG INSURANCE COMPANY, is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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This case involves an appeal by the International Basketball League (IBL) challenging a prior award of permanent disability benefits to a professional basketball player under California workers' compensation law. The IBL argues it should be exempt under Labor Code section 3600.5(b), which applies when an employee is hired outside California and temporarily works within the state. The Appeals Board rescinded the prior award, remanding the case for a new decision. The WCJ must now determine if the IBL meets the four-part test for exemption as outlined in the Carroll v. Cincinnati Bengals en banc decision.
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