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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, striking the sanctions imposed on the defendant. The WCAB found that Labor Code section 5813, which authorizes sanctions, was inapplicable as both the injury and the application filing predated its effective date. The WCAB otherwise affirmed the WCJ's findings regarding new and further disability and entitlement to benefits.
LUCY ARRIETA vs. BORDEN FOOD SERVICE, CIGNA INSURANCE COMPANY (ESIS) 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 (WCAB) granted reconsideration, striking the sanctions imposed on the defendant. The WCAB found that Labor Code section 5813, which authorizes sanctions, was inapplicable as both the injury and the application filing predated its effective date. The WCAB otherwise affirmed the WCJ's findings regarding new and further disability and entitlement to benefits.
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