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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, overturning a previous award of 91% permanent disability. The Board found that the applicant is permanently totally disabled (100%) based on vocational evidence demonstrating she cannot benefit from rehabilitation due to industrial injuries. Additionally, the Board amended the findings to include a sleep disorder and chronic pain disorder as compensable injuries stemming from the admitted industrial injury. The case is remanded for a new award of permanent disability reflecting these findings.
MARIA MONRIAL vs. GLORIA RUBALCABA, ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, overturning a previous award of 91% permanent disability. The Board found that the applicant is permanently totally disabled (100%) based on vocational evidence demonstrating she cannot benefit from rehabilitation due to industrial injuries. Additionally, the Board amended the findings to include a sleep disorder and chronic pain disorder as compensable injuries stemming from the admitted industrial injury. The case is remanded for a new award of permanent disability reflecting these findings.
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