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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to review a proposed $$4,600$ compromise and release agreement. The agreement attempts to settle applicant Richard Antonette's claim, waiving future medical treatment and noting a substantial temporary disability overpayment, but the WCAB lacks sufficient information for approval. Citing Tensfeldt v. WCAB, the WCAB emphasizes that a fraud conviction does not automatically bar all future benefits, requiring an individualized assessment of the facts. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level to determine the adequacy of the settlement and any necessary further proceedings.
RICHARD ANTONETTE, vs. VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES; MAJESTIC INSURANCE COMPANY, Administered by GALLAGHER BASSETT CLAIMS SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to review a proposed $$4,600$ compromise and release agreement. The agreement attempts to settle applicant Richard Antonette's claim, waiving future medical treatment and noting a substantial temporary disability overpayment, but the WCAB lacks sufficient information for approval. Citing Tensfeldt v. WCAB, the WCAB emphasizes that a fraud conviction does not automatically bar all future benefits, requiring an individualized assessment of the facts. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level to determine the adequacy of the settlement and any necessary further proceedings.
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