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The Appeals Board affirmed the denial of the applicant's cumulative trauma injury claim, finding the WCJ properly relied on Dr. Bhatia's medical opinion which contradicted the applicant's expert. The Board also determined the statute of limitations issue was moot as to the cumulative trauma claim because no injury was found. However, the Board amended the decision to defer the issue of a specific injury, as this claim potentially involves different body parts and requires further WCJ determination. The case is returned to the trial level for proceedings on the specific injury claim.
FAUSTINO AGUILAR ARIAS vs. AGR CONTRACTING, STAR INSURANCE COMPANY, MEADOWBROOK INSURANCE GROUP is a workers' compensation case decided in Fresno. 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 Fresno.
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The Appeals Board affirmed the denial of the applicant's cumulative trauma injury claim, finding the WCJ properly relied on Dr. Bhatia's medical opinion which contradicted the applicant's expert. The Board also determined the statute of limitations issue was moot as to the cumulative trauma claim because no injury was found. However, the Board amended the decision to defer the issue of a specific injury, as this claim potentially involves different body parts and requires further WCJ determination. The case is returned to the trial level for proceedings on the specific injury claim.
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