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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of the decision awarding death benefits to the widow of Tony Navarro. The Board gave great weight to the Administrative Law Judge's credibility determination, finding no substantial evidence to overturn it. They also noted that the opinion of one physician can constitute substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with others. The judge's finding that Mr. Navarro's prescribed medications contributed to his death was deemed persuasive and analogous to established case law.
TONY NAVARRO (Deceased), JENNIFER NAVARRO (Widow) vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, CALPERS, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, STATE EMPLOYEES 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 denied reconsideration of the decision awarding death benefits to the widow of Tony Navarro. The Board gave great weight to the Administrative Law Judge's credibility determination, finding no substantial evidence to overturn it. They also noted that the opinion of one physician can constitute substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with others. The judge's finding that Mr. Navarro's prescribed medications contributed to his death was deemed persuasive and analogous to established case law.
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