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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded a finding of permanent and total disability for applicant Martin Duncan due to an admitted industrial injury. The Board found the administrative law judge's decision lacked substantial medical evidence, particularly regarding the impact of applicant's medications on his ability to work. The case is remanded for further development of the record, specifically to obtain an updated medical opinion from the Agreed Medical Evaluator on the effect of current medications and apportionment.
MARTIN DUNCAN vs. COCA COLA, CONSTITUTION STATE SERVICE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded a finding of permanent and total disability for applicant Martin Duncan due to an admitted industrial injury. The Board found the administrative law judge's decision lacked substantial medical evidence, particularly regarding the impact of applicant's medications on his ability to work. The case is remanded for further development of the record, specifically to obtain an updated medical opinion from the Agreed Medical Evaluator on the effect of current medications and apportionment.
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