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This case involves an applicant who sustained admitted injuries to her thoracic spine and left arm after a slip and fall at work. The applicant also claimed industrial injury to her psyche and right hip, which the employer contested. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied reconsideration of the judge's finding that the applicant did not sustain an industrial injury to her right hip. The WCAB deferred to the judge's credibility determination, noting that the applicant's reporting of hip pain was inconsistent and poorly documented by treating physicians. The Board also cited that one physician's opinion can constitute substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with other medical opinions.
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This case involves an applicant who sustained admitted injuries to her thoracic spine and left arm after a slip and fall at work. The applicant also claimed industrial injury to her psyche and right hip, which the employer contested. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied reconsideration of the judge's finding that the applicant did not sustain an industrial injury to her right hip. The WCAB deferred to the judge's credibility determination, noting that the applicant's reporting of hip pain was inconsistent and poorly documented by treating physicians. The Board also cited that one physician's opinion can constitute substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with other medical opinions.
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