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This case concerns a worker injured while performing plumbing services at a new construction project. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration, upholding the finding that the homeowner, Hiroshi Tange, was the applicant's employer. The Board gave significant weight to the Workers' Compensation Judge's credibility determination of witnesses. Ultimately, the Board found no substantial evidence to overturn the judge's conclusion that the applicant was an employee working for the benefit of the homeowner, who exercised control over the project.
KENNETH HARLAN vs. RENE M. CASAREZ aka RENE CASAREZ aka RENE BASAREZ aka RENE CAESAREZ dba AFFORDABLE PLUMBING AND ROOTER, HIROSHI CHARLES TANGE, FARMERS INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in Long Beach District Office. 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 Long Beach District Office.
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This case concerns a worker injured while performing plumbing services at a new construction project. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for reconsideration, upholding the finding that the homeowner, Hiroshi Tange, was the applicant's employer. The Board gave significant weight to the Workers' Compensation Judge's credibility determination of witnesses. Ultimately, the Board found no substantial evidence to overturn the judge's conclusion that the applicant was an employee working for the benefit of the homeowner, who exercised control over the project.
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