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This case concerns Javier Lopez's claim for 100% permanent disability due to a June 7, 2013 injury to his corticospinal tract, resulting in incontinence and leg pain. The defendant, Sturtevant Farms, sought reconsideration, arguing prior permanent disability awards should be deducted, earnings were misrepresented, the date of birth was incorrect, and attorney fees were improperly awarded. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the petition, upholding the judge's findings based on the lack of established overlap between prior and current disabilities and sufficient evidence for earnings and date of birth. The Board also noted the defendant lacked standing to challenge attorney fees.
Javier Lopez vs. Sturtevant Farms, State Compensation Insurance Fund is a workers' compensation case decided in Stockton. 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 Stockton.
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This case concerns Javier Lopez's claim for 100% permanent disability due to a June 7, 2013 injury to his corticospinal tract, resulting in incontinence and leg pain. The defendant, Sturtevant Farms, sought reconsideration, arguing prior permanent disability awards should be deducted, earnings were misrepresented, the date of birth was incorrect, and attorney fees were improperly awarded. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the petition, upholding the judge's findings based on the lack of established overlap between prior and current disabilities and sufficient evidence for earnings and date of birth. The Board also noted the defendant lacked standing to challenge attorney fees.
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