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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award. The Board affirmed the applicant's average weekly earnings but reversed the finding on apportionment of permanent disability. The Board found that the medical examiner's opinion on apportionment, attributing significant portions of the disability to pre-existing conditions, should have been followed. Consequently, the permanent disability award was reduced from 44% to 11%. Additionally, the Board reversed the award of attorney's fees for attending a deposition.
MICHAEL TILLMANNS vs. JAY AND DANA RODRIGUEZ, KEMPER AUTO & HOME INSURANCE 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 granted reconsideration of a prior award. The Board affirmed the applicant's average weekly earnings but reversed the finding on apportionment of permanent disability. The Board found that the medical examiner's opinion on apportionment, attributing significant portions of the disability to pre-existing conditions, should have been followed. Consequently, the permanent disability award was reduced from 44% to 11%. Additionally, the Board reversed the award of attorney's fees for attending a deposition.
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