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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied George Harris's petition for reconsideration of a decision that awarded him 65% permanent disability. The WCJ's report, which the Board adopted, found that Harris did not sustain injuries to numerous body parts claimed beyond those already admitted. While the WCJ's initial decision contained a clerical error regarding the date of injury, it was corrected to January 8, 2005, aligning with the evidence. The Board agreed with the WCJ's apportionment of permanent disability based on causation, as supported by medical evaluations.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied George Harris's petition for reconsideration of a decision that awarded him 65% permanent disability. The WCJ's report, which the Board adopted, found that Harris did not sustain injuries to numerous body parts claimed beyond those already admitted. While the WCJ's initial decision contained a clerical error regarding the date of injury, it was corrected to January 8, 2005, aligning with the evidence. The Board agreed with the WCJ's apportionment of permanent disability based on causation, as supported by medical evaluations.
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