Barbara Dangerfield vs. American Companion & Homemaker Services Inc State Compensation Insurance Fund
(LAO 0873696)This case involves a lien claimant, South Lake Medical Center, who has filed a timely, verified Petition for Removal, requesting that the Appeals Board rescind the Order dated May 6, 2014, wherein the workers’ compensation administrative law judge (WCJ) ordered: “Percipient witnesses Paul Cohen and Brian [sic] Collins is [sic] ordered to personally appear to explain to the Court why applicant required more than the 24 visits as prescribed by the Labor Code. Failure to appear will result in dismissal of lien of South Lake Medical and sanctions up to $2500.00, along with costs to defendant.” The Appeals Board granted the Petition for Removal and rescinded the Order, noting that the WCJ’s