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The applicant sought a QME panel in psychology for a claimed psychiatric injury after orthopedic and internal medicine evaluations. The WCJ denied the request, finding no substantial medical evidence for a psychological QME. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the WCJ's order, and found good cause for a psychological QME panel. This decision allows the applicant to pursue necessary medical-legal discovery regarding her disputed psychological injury claim.
MARILYN RAMIREZ GALVEZ vs. NIAGARA BOTTLING LLC, SAFETY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. 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 applicant sought a QME panel in psychology for a claimed psychiatric injury after orthopedic and internal medicine evaluations. The WCJ denied the request, finding no substantial medical evidence for a psychological QME. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the WCJ's order, and found good cause for a psychological QME panel. This decision allows the applicant to pursue necessary medical-legal discovery regarding her disputed psychological injury claim.
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