Jeffrey Molina — ADJ7922408, ADJ8924319, ADJ8924320

Hartford Fire Insurance Company petitioned for reconsideration of the WCJ's May 15, 2020 Findings and Awards, which awarded applicant Jeffrey Molina temporary and permanent disability and further medical treatment against Hartford, the carrier that had stipulated to coverage for employer Fred Loya Insurance. Hartford argued the WCJ erred in not relieving it of its coverage stipulation and in not joining Zurich American Insurance Company as a defendant. After the Board granted reconsideration, the parties (including Zurich) participated in a commissioners' settlement conference and reached a Compromise and Release in which Hartford pays applicant $120,000 (less prior PD and attorney fees), and Zurich pays Hartford $30,000 to settle any contribution/reimbursement claim. The Board found the settlement adequate and in the applicant's best interest, rescinded the prior Findings and Awards, joined Zurich as a party defendant, and approved the C&R.