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This case involves a petition for reconsideration by MV Contracting regarding a prior WCJ decision finding industrial injuries and a fatal injury due to a motor vehicle accident. The WCJ excluded the defendant's evidence of a timely denial, presuming the claims compensable and finding the going and coming rule inapplicable. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision, denying the petition for reconsideration. The Board agreed that the employer's submission of a claim form acted as the applicant dependents' agent, satisfying their obligation.
HORACIO CABRERA, Deceased MARIBEL BARAJAS, Widow, Guardian Ad Litem for LITZY CABRERA, LESLY CABRERA, MARIA CABRERA AND KASSANDRA CABRERA; BRIANNA CABRERA, for herself and Guardian Ad Litem for STEFANI ARIAS,, ANTONIO SOLARES, MODESTO DOMINGUEZ, JOHNATHAN ALONSO vs. MV CONTRACTING, STAR INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Bakersfield. 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 Bakersfield.
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This case involves a petition for reconsideration by MV Contracting regarding a prior WCJ decision finding industrial injuries and a fatal injury due to a motor vehicle accident. The WCJ excluded the defendant's evidence of a timely denial, presuming the claims compensable and finding the "going and coming rule" inapplicable. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision, denying the petition for reconsideration. The Board agreed that the employer's submission of a claim form acted as the applicant dependents' agent, satisfying their obligation.
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