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The WCAB dismissed the defendant's petition for reconsideration as it was not from a final order. However, the Board granted removal, finding the applicant prejudiced by the WCJ's order to refer the cumulative trauma issue to a new physician. The Board concluded that the existing PQME, Dr. Xeller, demonstrated sufficient understanding of cumulative trauma and had expressed willingness to re-examine the applicant with additional information. Therefore, the WCAB rescinded the WCJ's order and returned the case for further proceedings, including a re-examination by Dr. Xeller.
JANELLE DEVENNY vs. COUNTY OF SONOMA is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 Francisco.
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The WCAB dismissed the defendant's petition for reconsideration as it was not from a final order. However, the Board granted removal, finding the applicant prejudiced by the WCJ's order to refer the cumulative trauma issue to a new physician. The Board concluded that the existing PQME, Dr. Xeller, demonstrated sufficient understanding of cumulative trauma and had expressed willingness to re-examine the applicant with additional information. Therefore, the WCAB rescinded the WCJ's order and returned the case for further proceedings, including a re-examination by Dr. Xeller.
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