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The applicant, James Gonzalez, sustained two industrial injuries in 1993 and 1995 as a janitor, resulting in findings of combined permanent total disability. The applicant appealed the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board's (WCAB) decision, arguing the 1995 injury was a consequence of the 1993 injury, and the permanent disability should not have been equally apportioned. The WCAB affirmed the existence of two distinct injuries but rescinded the prior award. The case is returned to the trial level for further development of the record regarding proper apportionment of the permanent total disability between the two injuries, as current medical and vocational expert opinions lack sufficient detail and legal adherence to apportionment principles.
JAMES GONZALEZ vs. CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is a workers' compensation case decided in San Bernardino. 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 San Bernardino.
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The applicant, James Gonzalez, sustained two industrial injuries in 1993 and 1995 as a janitor, resulting in findings of combined permanent total disability. The applicant appealed the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board's (WCAB) decision, arguing the 1995 injury was a consequence of the 1993 injury, and the permanent disability should not have been equally apportioned. The WCAB affirmed the existence of two distinct injuries but rescinded the prior award. The case is returned to the trial level for further development of the record regarding proper apportionment of the permanent total disability between the two injuries, as current medical and vocational expert opinions lack sufficient detail and legal adherence to apportionment principles.
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