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This case concerns a widow's claim for workers' compensation benefits after her husband's death. The initial ruling denied the claim, finding no injury arising out of employment. However, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the employer failed to deny the claim within the 90-day period required by Labor Code § 5402(b), thus creating a presumption of compensability. The Board determined the employer's evidence to rebut this presumption was insufficient because the witness testimony used was available and discoverable within the 90-day timeframe. Therefore, the Board found the decedent sustained an injury to his left foot arising out of and in the course of employment.
CHARLES LAUDERDALE (Dec'd), KATHLEEN LAUDERDALE (Widow) vs. CRISP ENTERPRISES, INC. dba C2 REPROGRAPHICS, GOLDEN EAGLE INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Santa Ana. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Santa Ana.
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This case concerns a widow's claim for workers' compensation benefits after her husband's death. The initial ruling denied the claim, finding no injury arising out of employment. However, the Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the employer failed to deny the claim within the 90-day period required by Labor Code § 5402(b), thus creating a presumption of compensability. The Board determined the employer's evidence to rebut this presumption was insufficient because the witness testimony used was available and discoverable within the 90-day timeframe. Therefore, the Board found the decedent sustained an injury to his left foot arising out of and in the course of employment.
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