Daniel Blanco — ADJ8529696, ADJ9280892

Applicant Daniel Blanco petitioned for reconsideration of a September 11, 2020 Findings and Award in which the WCJ found injury to his psyche and internal systems (hypertension, stroke, sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction, headaches, diabetes, and GERD) with 38% permanent partial disability, arguing instead that the injury caused permanent total disability. While reconsideration was pending, the Board directed the parties to a commissioners' settlement conference, where they agreed to resolve the matter by Compromise and Release for $500,000. After reviewing the C&R against the entire record, the Board concluded the settlement was adequate and in applicant's best interest, including consideration that potential death benefits were being released. The Board rescinded the September 11, 2020 Findings and Award, approved the Compromise and Release filed July 8, 2022, and made an award in favor of applicant against Travelers as specified in the C&R.