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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the trial judge's award of 100% permanent disability. The Board found that the medical evidence supporting the award was stale due to the significant time elapsed since the last evaluations by key medical experts. Consequently, the case is returned to the trial level for further medical development of the record and subsequent proceedings. The Board also noted that one doctor's apportionment opinion may be considered substantial evidence after reevaluation.
, Maria Torres, vs. , VEGE-FRESH FARMS; and CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION, on behalf of PACIFIC RIM ASSURANCE COMPANY, in liquidation, is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the trial judge's award of 100% permanent disability. The Board found that the medical evidence supporting the award was stale due to the significant time elapsed since the last evaluations by key medical experts. Consequently, the case is returned to the trial level for further medical development of the record and subsequent proceedings. The Board also noted that one doctor's apportionment opinion may be considered substantial evidence after reevaluation.
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