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The defendant sought reconsideration of an award finding industrial injury to the applicant's cervical spine and psyche, in addition to admitted injuries, and awarding temporary disability. The defendant argued the temporary disability award was improper as the psychologist relied upon by the judge did not review orthopedic records, and that EDD benefits should be credited. The WCJ conceded the temporary disability finding lacked substantial evidence, agreeing the psychologist's opinion was insufficient due to lack of review of the orthopedic records. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, adopting the WCJ's recommendation to limit temporary disability to the period found by the orthopedic QME. A dissenting opinion argued that substantial evidence, including the primary treating physician's reports, supported the initial temporary disability award.
ANGELICA SANCHEZ vs. TORRES FARM LABOR, SEABRIGHT INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles.
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The defendant sought reconsideration of an award finding industrial injury to the applicant's cervical spine and psyche, in addition to admitted injuries, and awarding temporary disability. The defendant argued the temporary disability award was improper as the psychologist relied upon by the judge did not review orthopedic records, and that EDD benefits should be credited. The WCJ conceded the temporary disability finding lacked substantial evidence, agreeing the psychologist's opinion was insufficient due to lack of review of the orthopedic records. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, adopting the WCJ's recommendation to limit temporary disability to the period found by the orthopedic QME. A dissenting opinion argued that substantial evidence, including the primary treating physician's reports, supported the initial temporary disability award.
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