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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's decision, rescinding the finding that the applicant did not sustain a psychiatric injury arising out of and occurring in the course of employment. This was because the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) opinions were not considered substantial evidence due to an inadequate medical history and missing treatment records. The Board is remanding the case to the WCJ to allow for the development of the record, including providing the QME with missing records and addressing potential other injury claims.
LANCE FERRIS vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION is a workers' compensation case decided in Redding. 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 Redding.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's decision, rescinding the finding that the applicant did not sustain a psychiatric injury arising out of and occurring in the course of employment. This was because the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) opinions were not considered substantial evidence due to an inadequate medical history and missing treatment records. The Board is remanding the case to the WCJ to allow for the development of the record, including providing the QME with missing records and addressing potential other injury claims.
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