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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinding the prior Findings and Award because the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) report lacked substantial evidence. The QME's opinion on cumulative trauma injury appeared based on an incorrect legal understanding, failing to acknowledge the cumulative effect of repetitive job demands over time. Consequently, the matter is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings, potentially including a new medical evaluation, to address the applicant's claimed cumulative trauma injuries.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinding the prior Findings and Award because the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) report lacked substantial evidence. The QME's opinion on cumulative trauma injury appeared based on an incorrect legal understanding, failing to acknowledge the cumulative effect of repetitive job demands over time. Consequently, the matter is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings, potentially including a new medical evaluation, to address the applicant's claimed cumulative trauma injuries.
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