Russell Camara vs. Tesla, Inc. And American Zurich Insurance Company

In this case, Russell Camara, an employee of Tesla, Inc., sustained an injury to his lumbar spine arising out of and in the course of his employment. The primary treating physician referred Camara to Michael Newman, D.C. for the preparation of a permanent and stationary report, pursuant to Labor Code Section 4061.5. The report of Dr. Newman was adopted by the primary treating physician and relied upon at trial. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the Petition for Reconsideration, finding that the report of Dr. Newman was properly obtained and relied upon in determining the disputed issues.