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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reconsidered an applicant's claim for spine injury, affirming the initial finding of injuryAOE/COE. While the original award found 15% permanent disability, the Board increased it to 28% after determining the Qualified Medical Examiner's apportionment of disability to non-industrial factors lacked substantial evidentiary support. The Board found the QME's report and deposition did not sufficiently explain how and why specific factors caused the apportioned percentages of disability. Consequently, the applicant's disability was rated without apportionment, leading to the increased permanent disability award and adjusted attorney fees.
JERARDO JAUREGUI vs. VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS, NATIONAL UNION FIRE INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in Long Beach. 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 Long Beach.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reconsidered an applicant's claim for spine injury, affirming the initial finding of injuryAOE/COE. While the original award found 15% permanent disability, the Board increased it to 28% after determining the Qualified Medical Examiner's apportionment of disability to non-industrial factors lacked substantial evidentiary support. The Board found the QME's report and deposition did not sufficiently explain how and why specific factors caused the apportioned percentages of disability. Consequently, the applicant's disability was rated without apportionment, leading to the increased permanent disability award and adjusted attorney fees.
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