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This case involves an applicant who sustained injury to her thoracic spine and psyche, resulting in permanent and total disability. The defendant sought reconsideration, arguing that the vocational expert's report failed to address apportionment and that Agreed Medical Evaluator opinions improperly considered non-industrial injuries. The Board rescinded the original award, finding no injury AOE/COE for the cumulative period ending April 20, 2012. Issues of apportionment, permanent disability, and attorney's fees are deferred, and the case is returned for further proceedings.
CYNTHIA DUNCAN vs. SALINAS VALLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 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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This case involves an applicant who sustained injury to her thoracic spine and psyche, resulting in permanent and total disability. The defendant sought reconsideration, arguing that the vocational expert's report failed to address apportionment and that Agreed Medical Evaluator opinions improperly considered non-industrial injuries. The Board rescinded the original award, finding no injury AOE/COE for the cumulative period ending April 20, 2012. Issues of apportionment, permanent disability, and attorney's fees are deferred, and the case is returned for further proceedings.
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