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This case concerns Lavern Wilson's claim for additional temporary disability benefits against the County of Riverside. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the trial judge's decision, finding that the applicant failed to prove her entitlement to benefits. The WCAB determined that a key medical report was not substantial evidence because it was based on an incomplete medical history provided by the applicant, specifically regarding her employment and prior accidents. Furthermore, the WCAB upheld the judge's credibility determination regarding another witness, finding no basis to overturn it.
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This case concerns Lavern Wilson's claim for additional temporary disability benefits against the County of Riverside. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the trial judge's decision, finding that the applicant failed to prove her entitlement to benefits. The WCAB determined that a key medical report was not substantial evidence because it was based on an incomplete medical history provided by the applicant, specifically regarding her employment and prior accidents. Furthermore, the WCAB upheld the judge's credibility determination regarding another witness, finding no basis to overturn it.
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