DENNIS WHITE vs. GOLDEN WEST FRUIT COMPANY, OAK RIVER INSURANCE COMPANY, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME STATE COMPANIES

This case involves an appeal regarding the apportionment of permanent disability for applicant Dennis White. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the original award, and remanded the case for a new rating. The Board found that the Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Sofia, provided substantial medical evidence supporting apportionment of applicant's permanent disability to pre-existing degenerative conditions, as required by current law. This decision overturns the trial judge's finding that apportionment was not established.