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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion to amend a previous decision. The Board increased the applicant's permanent disability award from 39% to 49% and adjusted the indemnity rate, acknowledging a prior oversight in adopting the judge's recommendation. The Board also affirmed the denial of a psychiatric injury claim and the decision not to further develop the record on orthopedic disability.
JOHNNY MENDEZ vs. CITY OF SACRAMENTO; RISK MANAGEMENT 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 Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration on its own motion to amend a previous decision. The Board increased the applicant's permanent disability award from 39% to 49% and adjusted the indemnity rate, acknowledging a prior oversight in adopting the judge's recommendation. The Board also affirmed the denial of a psychiatric injury claim and the decision not to further develop the record on orthopedic disability.
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