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In this case, the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a judge's finding that the applicant did not sustain injury arising out of and in the course of employment. The Board found the QME's reports and deposition testimony to be substantial evidence supporting this conclusion, despite applicant's contentions. Applicant failed to prove the employer missed the 90-day deadline for denying the claim under Labor Code section 5402. The Board also clarified that a stipulation regarding job duties does not equate to an admission of injury.
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In this case, the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a judge's finding that the applicant did not sustain injury arising out of and in the course of employment. The Board found the QME's reports and deposition testimony to be substantial evidence supporting this conclusion, despite applicant's contentions. Applicant failed to prove the employer missed the 90-day deadline for denying the claim under Labor Code section 5402. The Board also clarified that a stipulation regarding job duties does not equate to an admission of injury.
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