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This case concerns a workers' compensation appeal where the defendant sought reconsideration of an award of 100% permanent disability. The defendant argued the vocational expert's report was unsubstantial, that they shouldn't be liable for disability increases from medical treatment, and that the applicant wasn't permanent and stationary. The Board denied reconsideration, affirming the original award based on vocational evidence demonstrating the applicant's inability to engage in gainful employment due to her injury and its consequences. The Board further held that aggravation of an industrial injury from medical treatment is a foreseeable consequence and compensable within the workers' compensation system.
CRYSTAL REED vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, IN-HOME SUPPORT SERVICES, YORK RISK SERVICES GROUP is a workers' compensation case decided in San Bernardino. 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 Bernardino.
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This case concerns a workers' compensation appeal where the defendant sought reconsideration of an award of 100% permanent disability. The defendant argued the vocational expert's report was unsubstantial, that they shouldn't be liable for disability increases from medical treatment, and that the applicant wasn't permanent and stationary. The Board denied reconsideration, affirming the original award based on vocational evidence demonstrating the applicant's inability to engage in gainful employment due to her injury and its consequences. The Board further held that aggravation of an industrial injury from medical treatment is a foreseeable consequence and compensable within the workers' compensation system.
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