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This case involves defendant's petition for reconsideration of a finding of 100% permanent disability and no apportionment. Defendant argues the WCJ erred by not considering an Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion attributing 50% of the disability to nonindustrial factors. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's findings, and returned the case to the trial level. This action was taken because the medical evidence and other exhibits were not formally admitted into evidence, preventing meaningful review. The WCJ must now prepare a proper record and issue a new decision.
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This case involves defendant's petition for reconsideration of a finding of 100% permanent disability and no apportionment. Defendant argues the WCJ erred by not considering an Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion attributing 50% of the disability to nonindustrial factors. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's findings, and returned the case to the trial level. This action was taken because the medical evidence and other exhibits were not formally admitted into evidence, preventing meaningful review. The WCJ must now prepare a proper record and issue a new decision.
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