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This case involves a deputy sheriff seeking reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) decision. The applicant was awarded an increased permanent disability rating of 83% from his prior 50% award. The defendant sought reconsideration arguing the increased disability payments were not retroactive to the original permanent and stationary date. The WCAB granted reconsideration, amending the findings to acknowledge two maximum medical improvement dates but affirming the applicant's entitlement to increased permanent disability payments retroactive to the earlier date. The WCAB also upheld the penalty for unreasonable delay in payments.
KENNETH MORRIS vs. COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE is a workers' compensation case decided in Riverside. 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 Riverside.
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This case involves a deputy sheriff seeking reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) decision. The applicant was awarded an increased permanent disability rating of 83% from his prior 50% award. The defendant sought reconsideration arguing the increased disability payments were not retroactive to the original permanent and stationary date. The WCAB granted reconsideration, amending the findings to acknowledge two maximum medical improvement dates but affirming the applicant's entitlement to increased permanent disability payments retroactive to the earlier date. The WCAB also upheld the penalty for unreasonable delay in payments.
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