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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award finding 100% permanent disability due to industrial injuries sustained in 1991. The defendant sought apportionment based on pre-existing degenerative spinal conditions. While the Agreed Medical Evaluator opined some apportionment was warranted, their report lacked sufficient detail to meet legal standards for causation and apportionment. Consequently, the case is returned to the trial level for further development of the medical record regarding permanent disability and apportionment.
MARIAM HASAN vs. GUADALUPE HOMES, SEDGWICK CIGA GLENDALE is a workers' compensation case decided in . 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 .
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award finding 100% permanent disability due to industrial injuries sustained in 1991. The defendant sought apportionment based on pre-existing degenerative spinal conditions. While the Agreed Medical Evaluator opined some apportionment was warranted, their report lacked sufficient detail to meet legal standards for causation and apportionment. Consequently, the case is returned to the trial level for further development of the medical record regarding permanent disability and apportionment.
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