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This case involves a teacher who claims a cumulative trauma injury from toxic chemical exposure near his school, leading to 100% permanent disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the finding of industrial injury and permanent total disability. However, they rescinded the presumption of compensability due to the lack of a filed DWC-1 claim form. The WCAB also clarified the injured body parts to include trachea and prediabetes, and confirmed the decision to not apportion the disability.
Fernando Marquez vs. LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. 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 Marina Del Rey.
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This case involves a teacher who claims a cumulative trauma injury from toxic chemical exposure near his school, leading to 100% permanent disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the finding of industrial injury and permanent total disability. However, they rescinded the presumption of compensability due to the lack of a filed DWC-1 claim form. The WCAB also clarified the injured body parts to include trachea and prediabetes, and confirmed the decision to not apportion the disability.
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