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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend a prior award. The applicant, Noe Benavides, was denied temporary disability benefits after his termination for cause, as his wage loss was not due to his industrial injury. However, the Board affirmed the 27% permanent disability rating, finding the disability evaluator adequately justified the rating methodology. The award also addresses the recovery of unemployment benefits paid during overlapping periods.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend a prior award. The applicant, Noe Benavides, was denied temporary disability benefits after his termination for cause, as his wage loss was not due to his industrial injury. However, the Board affirmed the 27% permanent disability rating, finding the disability evaluator adequately justified the rating methodology. The award also addresses the recovery of unemployment benefits paid during overlapping periods.
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