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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award and sanctions order due to a fundamentally flawed record. The Board found that essential elements like admitted evidence, clearly defined issues, and total permanent disability amounts were missing, preventing a meaningful review. The case is remanded to the trial level for proper record preparation, including admission of evidence and clear findings. The WCJ must then issue a new decision based on this complete record, addressing the disputed start date for increased permanent disability and the sanctions.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award and sanctions order due to a fundamentally flawed record. The Board found that essential elements like admitted evidence, clearly defined issues, and total permanent disability amounts were missing, preventing a meaningful review. The case is remanded to the trial level for proper record preparation, including admission of evidence and clear findings. The WCJ must then issue a new decision based on this complete record, addressing the disputed start date for increased permanent disability and the sanctions.
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