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This case concerns a workers' compensation applicant's petition for reconsideration of an administrative law judge's (WCJ) findings. The applicant sought to expand the compensable injury to include her right shoulder, neck, and left upper extremity, arguing the current findings were based on stale medical evidence. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's finding that the applicant's injury was limited to her right arm, elbow, and wrist, based on substantial medical evidence and res judicata. The Board also found that a minor error in identifying defense counsel in the findings and award did not constitute a due process violation.
VICTORIA RANSOM vs. LOS ANGELES JOB CORPS, ZENITH INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. 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 Marina Del Rey.
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This case concerns a workers' compensation applicant's petition for reconsideration of an administrative law judge's (WCJ) findings. The applicant sought to expand the compensable injury to include her right shoulder, neck, and left upper extremity, arguing the current findings were based on stale medical evidence. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's finding that the applicant's injury was limited to her right arm, elbow, and wrist, based on substantial medical evidence and res judicata. The Board also found that a minor error in identifying defense counsel in the findings and award did not constitute a due process violation.
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