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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed the WCJ's decision, finding the applicant's claim for psychiatric injury barred under Labor Code section 3208.3(d). The Board clarified that employment for the six-month rule means actual performance of services, not just being on the company's books or receiving benefits. The applicant's actual paid work period was 179 days (5 months and 26 days), falling short of the required six months. Therefore, her claim for psychological injury was dismissed.
JILL RUTH HAMILTON vs. DOHERTY EMPLOYMENT GROUP, INC., WAUSAU INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed the WCJ's decision, finding the applicant's claim for psychiatric injury barred under Labor Code section 3208.3(d). The Board clarified that "employment" for the six-month rule means actual performance of services, not just being on the company's books or receiving benefits. The applicant's actual paid work period was 179 days (5 months and 26 days), falling short of the required six months. Therefore, her claim for psychological injury was dismissed.
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