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This case concerns an applicant's claim for workers' compensation benefits for multiple industrial injuries sustained as a professional athlete. The defendant sought reconsideration of the initial award, primarily arguing the incorrect permanent disability rating schedule was applied. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, amending the decision to apply the 2005 Schedule for Permanent Disability Ratings, finding that none of the exceptions for using the older 1997 Schedule were met. The Board deferred the issues of permanent disability, apportionment, and attorney fees for further proceedings.
ADAM NITTEL vs. SAN JOSE SHARKS, CHUBB GROUP LOS ANGELES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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This case concerns an applicant's claim for workers' compensation benefits for multiple industrial injuries sustained as a professional athlete. The defendant sought reconsideration of the initial award, primarily arguing the incorrect permanent disability rating schedule was applied. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, amending the decision to apply the 2005 Schedule for Permanent Disability Ratings, finding that none of the exceptions for using the older 1997 Schedule were met. The Board deferred the issues of permanent disability, apportionment, and attorney fees for further proceedings.
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