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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address applicant's claims regarding permanent disability and psychiatric impairment. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's (AME) reports lacked substantial evidence for permanent disability ratings due to insufficient reasoning. Consequently, the Board deferred the issue of lumbar spine permanent disability and ordered further proceedings to develop the medical record. The original Findings, Award and Orders were otherwise affirmed.
MARIA GALVAN vs. PACIFIC BUILDING CARE, INC., TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY COMPANY OF AMERICA is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address applicant's claims regarding permanent disability and psychiatric impairment. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's (AME) reports lacked substantial evidence for permanent disability ratings due to insufficient reasoning. Consequently, the Board deferred the issue of lumbar spine permanent disability and ordered further proceedings to develop the medical record. The original Findings, Award and Orders were otherwise affirmed.
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