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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded the prior award and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The WCAB found the original decision lacked substantial evidence regarding the applicant's 100% permanent disability rating and apportionment between two industrial injuries. Specifically, the WCAB noted insufficient medical and vocational evidence to fully explain the permanent disability, especially considering the applicant's attempted vocational rehabilitation. The board emphasized the need for updated medical reports, proper apportionment of psychiatric injury, and thorough vocational expert analysis.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded the prior award and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The WCAB found the original decision lacked substantial evidence regarding the applicant's 100% permanent disability rating and apportionment between two industrial injuries. Specifically, the WCAB noted insufficient medical and vocational evidence to fully explain the permanent disability, especially considering the applicant's attempted vocational rehabilitation. The board emphasized the need for updated medical reports, proper apportionment of psychiatric injury, and thorough vocational expert analysis.
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