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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed a prior decision, finding the 1997 Permanent Disability Rating Schedule applicable. This determination was based on either a pre-2005 treating physician's report indicating permanent disability or the employer's failure to issue a required notice when the applicant returned to modified work. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability was increased to 42%, significantly raising the indemnity award.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed a prior decision, finding the 1997 Permanent Disability Rating Schedule applicable. This determination was based on either a pre-2005 treating physician's report indicating permanent disability or the employer's failure to issue a required notice when the applicant returned to modified work. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability was increased to 42%, significantly raising the indemnity award.
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