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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend a prior award, finding that 60% of the applicant's permanent psychiatric disability should be apportioned to non-industrial factors. This decision largely adopted the opinion of Dr. Mendelson, who considered various personal stressors and pre-existing conditions. The matter was returned for a new permanent disability rating based on this apportionment.
Paul Benedict vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, 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 Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend a prior award, finding that 60% of the applicant's permanent psychiatric disability should be apportioned to non-industrial factors. This decision largely adopted the opinion of Dr. Mendelson, who considered various personal stressors and pre-existing conditions. The matter was returned for a new permanent disability rating based on this apportionment.
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