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Lien claimant, Premier Psychological Services, sought reconsideration of a Findings and Order from July 30, 2025, which denied its lien for medical-legal and medical treatment expenses. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the petition for reconsideration, rescinded the original F&O, and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the medical-legal expenses were incurred for a contested claim and that the medical report from Dr. Mark Michaels constituted substantial medical evidence for an injury arising out of and in the course of employment, despite some curable deficiencies regarding interpreter information. The WCAB ordered further consideration of the medical treatment expenses and a potential updated utilization review.
MARIA VENEGAS vs. MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in Long Beach. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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Lien claimant, Premier Psychological Services, sought reconsideration of a Findings and Order from July 30, 2025, which denied its lien for medical-legal and medical treatment expenses. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the petition for reconsideration, rescinded the original F&O, and returned the matter to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the medical-legal expenses were incurred for a contested claim and that the medical report from Dr. Mark Michaels constituted substantial medical evidence for an injury arising out of and in the course of employment, despite some curable deficiencies regarding interpreter information. The WCAB ordered further consideration of the medical treatment expenses and a potential updated utilization review.
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