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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, affirming the original award of 97% permanent disability to Nancy Whalen for a 2007 industrial injury. The Board found the WCJ's reliance on Dr. Pietruszka's reports was proper, even if self-procured, and that the defendant waived objections to disputed body parts. The WCJ's determination of the occupational group code was also upheld, as the defendant failed to properly object or challenge the rating specialist's expert opinion. The Board concluded that substantial medical evidence supported the WCJ's findings and denied the defendant's request for further development of the record.
NANCY WHALEN vs. FIVE ACRES BOYS & GIRLS AID SOCIETY, UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, affirming the original award of 97% permanent disability to Nancy Whalen for a 2007 industrial injury. The Board found the WCJ's reliance on Dr. Pietruszka's reports was proper, even if self-procured, and that the defendant waived objections to disputed body parts. The WCJ's determination of the occupational group code was also upheld, as the defendant failed to properly object or challenge the rating specialist's expert opinion. The Board concluded that substantial medical evidence supported the WCJ's findings and denied the defendant's request for further development of the record.
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