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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior decision, finding the judge's ruling on a single cumulative injury was unsupported by substantial evidence and contrary to stipulations and medical opinions. The Board remanded the cases, directing the judge to separately determine issues related to potentially two cumulative injuries and to properly consider apportionment of permanent disability based on medical evidence. The judge must also revisit the applicant's average weekly earnings and the admissibility of a previously admitted attorney letter.
Belinda Butler vs. Main Event Limousines, State Compensation Insurance Fund, Monterey-Salinas Transit is a workers' compensation case decided in Salinas. 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 Salinas.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior decision, finding the judge's ruling on a single cumulative injury was unsupported by substantial evidence and contrary to stipulations and medical opinions. The Board remanded the cases, directing the judge to separately determine issues related to potentially two cumulative injuries and to properly consider apportionment of permanent disability based on medical evidence. The judge must also revisit the applicant's average weekly earnings and the admissibility of a previously admitted attorney letter.
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