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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's petition for reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's Finding and Award. The applicant sought additional QME panels in internal medicine and ophthalmology, claiming the existing record lacked substantial evidence for injury AOE/COE to her eyes and digestive system. However, the Board found no good cause for further development, noting neither the AME nor treating physicians recommended these specialties, and the applicant failed to demonstrate due diligence in pursuing discovery for these body parts. Therefore, the applicant's petition for reconsideration was denied.
BLANCA RUANO vs. JACKSON ENGINEERING CO., MIDDLESEX INSURANCE CO. is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's petition for reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's Finding and Award. The applicant sought additional QME panels in internal medicine and ophthalmology, claiming the existing record lacked substantial evidence for injury AOE/COE to her eyes and digestive system. However, the Board found no good cause for further development, noting neither the AME nor treating physicians recommended these specialties, and the applicant failed to demonstrate due diligence in pursuing discovery for these body parts. Therefore, the applicant's petition for reconsideration was denied.
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