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The Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's award, finding the physician's permanent disability opinion lacked substantial evidence. Specifically, Dr. Scheinberg failed to adequately explain his shift in impairment rating from Category II to Table 6-9, which addresses herniation, without providing sufficient justification. Consequently, the Board rescinded the award and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings to ensure the decision is based on substantial medical evidence. The WCJ may also address the defendant's other contentions, including temporary disability offset.
MONICA LEDESMA vs. FIRESTONE VINEYARD, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND 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 Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's award, finding the physician's permanent disability opinion lacked substantial evidence. Specifically, Dr. Scheinberg failed to adequately explain his shift in impairment rating from Category II to Table 6-9, which addresses herniation, without providing sufficient justification. Consequently, the Board rescinded the award and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings to ensure the decision is based on substantial medical evidence. The WCJ may also address the defendant's other contentions, including temporary disability offset.
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