CompFox AI Summary
The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to correct a prior award. The WCAB found that the applicant, a supervising probation officer, qualified for the Labor Code section 3212.10 heart trouble presumption, rendering his cardiovascular disability non-apportionable. Additionally, the WCAB determined that the applicant's disability should be rated under occupational group 490, not 390, as initially assessed. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability rating was increased from 46% to 87%, with a corresponding adjustment to his attorney's fees and life pension.
JUSTIN ANDERSON vs. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
Full Decision Text1 Pages
The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to correct a prior award. The WCAB found that the applicant, a supervising probation officer, qualified for the Labor Code section 3212.10 heart trouble presumption, rendering his cardiovascular disability non-apportionable. Additionally, the WCAB determined that the applicant's disability should be rated under occupational group 490, not 390, as initially assessed. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability rating was increased from 46% to 87%, with a corresponding adjustment to his attorney's fees and life pension.
Read the full decision
Join + legal professionals. Create a free account to access the complete text of this decision and search our entire database.