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In this workers' compensation case, the applicant sustained an industrial injury resulting in multiple impairments. Initially awarded 60% permanent disability, the applicant sought reconsideration, arguing the rating omitted the thoracic spine and advocating for total disability based on vocational expert testimony. The WCJ amended the rating to 63% after including the thoracic spine, finding no substantial evidence for total disability. The Appeals Board adopted the WCJ's recommendation, affirming the amended 63% permanent disability award and adjusting the attorney's fee.
CONRADO HERNANDEZ vs. JOHNNY FRANKLIN MUFFLER, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY/REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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In this workers' compensation case, the applicant sustained an industrial injury resulting in multiple impairments. Initially awarded 60% permanent disability, the applicant sought reconsideration, arguing the rating omitted the thoracic spine and advocating for total disability based on vocational expert testimony. The WCJ amended the rating to 63% after including the thoracic spine, finding no substantial evidence for total disability. The Appeals Board adopted the WCJ's recommendation, affirming the amended 63% permanent disability award and adjusting the attorney's fee.
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