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The Appeals Board held that a prior injury settlement via a compromise and release agreement does not constitute a 'prior award of permanent disability' under Labor Code section 4664(b) for apportionment purposes. However, evidence from the prior injury may still be relevant to determine apportionment based on causation under section 4663.
ERIC PASQUOTTO vs. HAYWARD LUMBER, CONNECTICUT INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY, ATHENS ADMINISTRATORS is a workers' compensation case decided in MISSING. 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 MISSING.
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The Appeals Board held that a prior injury settlement via a compromise and release agreement does not constitute a 'prior award of permanent disability' under Labor Code section 4664(b) for apportionment purposes. However, evidence from the prior injury may still be relevant to determine apportionment based on causation under section 4663.
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