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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded the trial judge's decision denying the applicant's claims for industrial injury. The WCAB found insufficient clarification from the Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Levine, regarding the applicant's pulmonary issues and any resulting temporary or permanent disability. The case is remanded for further proceedings to obtain these clarifications and subsequently re-evaluate the derivative psychological injury claim.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded the trial judge's decision denying the applicant's claims for industrial injury. The WCAB found insufficient clarification from the Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Levine, regarding the applicant's pulmonary issues and any resulting temporary or permanent disability. The case is remanded for further proceedings to obtain these clarifications and subsequently re-evaluate the derivative psychological injury claim.
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