Frank Towe — ADJ2515690, ADJ497686, ADJ518952

Applicant Frank Towe sustained industrial injuries while working as an auto body prep man on May 23, 1995, and January 7, 1999, for Studebaker Services Auto Body, which was insured during different periods by Farmers/Mid-Century and SCIF. A WCJ found permanent total disability and need for further medical treatment, awarding benefits against both insurers and ordering Farmers to administer the award with a reserved 50% contribution right against SCIF. Farmers sought reconsideration, and the Board granted it; at the Board's request the parties attended a settlement conference and resolved the matter via a Compromise and Release totaling $675,000. After reviewing the C&R for adequacy under Labor Code sections 5001 and 5002 and WCAB Rule 10700, the Board found the settlement adequate and in applicant's best interest, rescinded the WCJ's Findings, Award and Order, and approved the C&R.