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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant City of Fullerton's petition for reconsideration. The defendant sought to remove the applicant's wrists, elbows, shoulders, and knees from a stipulation award, arguing there was insufficient medical evidence. However, the Board found the parties had mutually stipulated to these body parts in writing, even adding them via handwritten amendment which was initialed by both attorneys. As stipulations are binding and the defendant failed to demonstrate good cause such as mutual mistake or fraud, the petition was denied.
DAVID BARROW vs. CITY OF FULLERTON, ADMINSURE is a workers' compensation case decided in Anaheim. 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 Anaheim.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant City of Fullerton's petition for reconsideration. The defendant sought to remove the applicant's wrists, elbows, shoulders, and knees from a stipulation award, arguing there was insufficient medical evidence. However, the Board found the parties had mutually stipulated to these body parts in writing, even adding them via handwritten amendment which was initialed by both attorneys. As stipulations are binding and the defendant failed to demonstrate good cause such as mutual mistake or fraud, the petition was denied.
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