The California Supreme Court will not disturb a decision from the 4th District Court of Appeal allowing a worker who was convicted of comp fraud to collect benefits for a legitimate injury.
Leopoldo Hernandez worked as an auto detailer for Pearson Ford. While at work in March 2006, Hernandez accidentally slammed a trunk lid on his left hand.
Although no bones were broken, he was unable to continue working because of pain. Hernandez began receiving workers’ compensation benefits.
A neurologist examined him in November 2008 and opined that Hernandez might have complex regional...
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