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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the WCJ's finding that applicant's L3-4 back injury was not industrially caused, based on Dr. Sharma's opinion. Dr. Sharma's opinion was found to be substantial evidence, utilizing the correct legal standard of reasonable medical probability and supported by the applicant's pre-existing back issues. The Board also upheld the 20% apportionment of permanent disability to non-industrial causes, finding it supported by credible evidence, including prior medical reports and applicant's inconsistent testimony. Applicant's petition failed as her contentions regarding the medical opinion's legal theory and factual basis were not substantiated.
MARY RAMSGARD vs. PACIFIC VINEYARD COMPANY, INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE WEST is a workers' compensation case decided in San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the WCJ's finding that applicant's L3-4 back injury was not industrially caused, based on Dr. Sharma's opinion. Dr. Sharma's opinion was found to be substantial evidence, utilizing the correct legal standard of reasonable medical probability and supported by the applicant's pre-existing back issues. The Board also upheld the 20% apportionment of permanent disability to non-industrial causes, finding it supported by credible evidence, including prior medical reports and applicant's inconsistent testimony. Applicant's petition failed as her contentions regarding the medical opinion's legal theory and factual basis were not substantiated.
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