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The applicant sustained an admitted industrial injury to his left shoulder. He was later unable to work due to a psychiatric disability stemming from a separate, denied claim, despite modified work being available for his orthopedic injury. The Board found the applicant not entitled to temporary partial disability for periods he was disabled by the denied psychiatric claim. However, the applicant is entitled to temporary total disability for a specific period following shoulder surgery, subject to credit for net earnings from his self-employment janitorial business.
HECTOR BECERRA vs. CITY OF FRESNO 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 applicant sustained an admitted industrial injury to his left shoulder. He was later unable to work due to a psychiatric disability stemming from a separate, denied claim, despite modified work being available for his orthopedic injury. The Board found the applicant not entitled to temporary partial disability for periods he was disabled by the denied psychiatric claim. However, the applicant is entitled to temporary total disability for a specific period following shoulder surgery, subject to credit for net earnings from his self-employment janitorial business.
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