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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted CIGA's Petition for Removal, rescinding the prior denial of CIGA's petition to join Travelers. CIGA sought to join Travelers, arguing it may have a right to reimbursement from them as a potential special employer. The WCJ incorrectly applied a statute barring contribution claims for cumulative injuries, when this was a specific injury. The Board returned the matter to the trial level for consideration of the joinder petition, ordering CIGA to properly serve Travelers.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted CIGA's Petition for Removal, rescinding the prior denial of CIGA's petition to join Travelers. CIGA sought to join Travelers, arguing it may have a right to reimbursement from them as a potential special employer. The WCJ incorrectly applied a statute barring contribution claims for cumulative injuries, when this was a specific injury. The Board returned the matter to the trial level for consideration of the joinder petition, ordering CIGA to properly serve Travelers.
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