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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration. The Board affirmed its prior decision that the applicant is permanently and totally disabled due to a July 14, 2004 industrial injury, independent of a subsequent 2005 injury. The defendant's argument that a 100% permanent disability award prevents any further award for shoulder injuries was rejected, as the 2004 award encompassed multiple body regions, not solely the upper extremities. The Board also found no valid waiver of the applicant's right to the 2005 injury award.
JAMES MATLOCK vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in Sacramento. 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 Sacramento.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration. The Board affirmed its prior decision that the applicant is permanently and totally disabled due to a July 14, 2004 industrial injury, independent of a subsequent 2005 injury. The defendant's argument that a 100% permanent disability award prevents any further award for shoulder injuries was rejected, as the 2004 award encompassed multiple body regions, not solely the upper extremities. The Board also found no valid waiver of the applicant's right to the 2005 injury award.
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