CHARLES MONTIERTH vs. CITY OF SAN DIEGO, PERMISSIBLY SELF-INSURED

This case concerns whether the applicant's skin cancer qualifies as an insidious progressive disease. The Appeals Board affirmed the WCJ's finding that it does, based on evidence of a significantly elevated risk of recurrence and potential for increased disability, justifying reserved jurisdiction over permanent disability. This ruling aligns with precedent allowing for such reservation in cases of progressive diseases with uncertain future outcomes. Therefore, the original Findings and Award are affirmed.