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This case concerns Allyson Cook's claim for increased workers' compensation benefits due to a worsened back condition. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the original judge's finding that Cook's permanent disability increased from 40% to 61%. However, the Board found that 50% of this increase was due to non-industrial degenerative changes, as supported by defense QME Dr. Kornblum's substantial medical opinion. Consequently, Cook is awarded permanent disability indemnity for a 51% rating after apportionment, with a corresponding attorney's fee.
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This case concerns Allyson Cook's claim for increased workers' compensation benefits due to a worsened back condition. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed the original judge's finding that Cook's permanent disability increased from 40% to 61%. However, the Board found that 50% of this increase was due to non-industrial degenerative changes, as supported by defense QME Dr. Kornblum's substantial medical opinion. Consequently, Cook is awarded permanent disability indemnity for a 51% rating after apportionment, with a corresponding attorney's fee.
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