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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for hearing loss by an applicant against Central Freight Lines. The defendant sought to deny the claim based on the statute of limitations and a post-termination defense, arguing the applicant knew of his industrial injury earlier. However, the applicant credibly testified he was unaware his hearing loss was work-related until a 2015 hearing test. Based on this, the Board adopted the WCJ's findings and denied reconsideration, finding the claim timely filed after the applicant's realization of the industrial causation.
Kenneth Kail vs. Central Freight Lines, Ace American Insurance Company, ESIS is a workers' compensation case decided in Long Beach. 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.
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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for hearing loss by an applicant against Central Freight Lines. The defendant sought to deny the claim based on the statute of limitations and a post-termination defense, arguing the applicant knew of his industrial injury earlier. However, the applicant credibly testified he was unaware his hearing loss was work-related until a 2015 hearing test. Based on this, the Board adopted the WCJ's findings and denied reconsideration, finding the claim timely filed after the applicant's realization of the industrial causation.
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