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The applicant sought reconsideration of an arbitration decision that found his employer, Timec, 25% comparatively negligent for his injury, reducing Timec's credit from a third-party settlement. The applicant argued for a higher employer negligence percentage to increase his potential workers' compensation benefits. The Board denied reconsideration, adopting the Arbitrator's findings and reasoning. The Board found the applicant failed to present evidence to overcome the Arbitrator's negligence determination.
KENT WARD vs. TIMEC COMPANY, INC., ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY 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 applicant sought reconsideration of an arbitration decision that found his employer, Timec, 25% comparatively negligent for his injury, reducing Timec's credit from a third-party settlement. The applicant argued for a higher employer negligence percentage to increase his potential workers' compensation benefits. The Board denied reconsideration, adopting the Arbitrator's findings and reasoning. The Board found the applicant failed to present evidence to overcome the Arbitrator's negligence determination.
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