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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration on its own motion regarding a defendant's petition. Initially, the defendant's petition for reconsideration was rejected for lacking a cover and separator sheet, leading to a dispute over its timely filing. After an evidentiary hearing, the WCAB found the defendant's counsel's testimony credible, establishing the petition was filed before the 5 PM deadline. Consequently, the WCAB affirmed its prior December 7, 2009 decision.
MARIO ALBERTO GALINDO vs. JOSE NAVARRO, GENERAL CONTRACTOR, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND 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 on its own motion regarding a defendant's petition. Initially, the defendant's petition for reconsideration was rejected for lacking a cover and separator sheet, leading to a dispute over its timely filing. After an evidentiary hearing, the WCAB found the defendant's counsel's testimony credible, establishing the petition was filed before the 5 PM deadline. Consequently, the WCAB affirmed its prior December 7, 2009 decision.
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