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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for bilateral wrist and hand injuries. The applicant seeks reconsideration after the WCJ found no injury AOE/COE, arguing the QME's report lacked substantial evidence. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the QME's opinion was based on an incorrect legal theory that absence of Whole Person Impairment negates injury. Therefore, the Board rescinded the prior decision and returned the matter for further proceedings to develop the record.
CINDDY PINEDA GOMEZ vs. CEDARLANE NATURAL FOODS, INC., SENTRY MUTUAL 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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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for bilateral wrist and hand injuries. The applicant seeks reconsideration after the WCJ found no injury AOE/COE, arguing the QME's report lacked substantial evidence. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, finding the QME's opinion was based on an incorrect legal theory that absence of Whole Person Impairment negates injury. Therefore, the Board rescinded the prior decision and returned the matter for further proceedings to develop the record.
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