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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior decision, and returned the case for further proceedings. The Board found the Agreed Medical Evaluator's apportionment opinion lacked necessary reasoning and was not substantial evidence. Additionally, the Board questioned the Workers' Compensation Judge's occupational group number assignment. The matter will be returned to the trial level to develop the record on apportionment and occupational group designation.
PAUL LIDDELL vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, STATE CONTRACTS SERVICES 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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior decision, and returned the case for further proceedings. The Board found the Agreed Medical Evaluator's apportionment opinion lacked necessary reasoning and was not substantial evidence. Additionally, the Board questioned the Workers' Compensation Judge's occupational group number assignment. The matter will be returned to the trial level to develop the record on apportionment and occupational group designation.
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