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This case involves a firefighter with prostate cancer who was awarded 70% permanent disability and a life pension. The employer sought reconsideration, arguing the disability rating was too high and inconsistent with AMA Guides and the 2005 Schedule. The Appeals Board affirmed the 70% disability rating but granted reconsideration to amend the award to include annual increases for the life pension. The Board also deferred the issue of the applicant's attorney's fee pending a present value calculation of the life pension and further consideration by the WCJ.
PHILLIP EWERT vs. CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, permissibly selfinsured is a workers' compensation case decided in . 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 .
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This case involves a firefighter with prostate cancer who was awarded 70% permanent disability and a life pension. The employer sought reconsideration, arguing the disability rating was too high and inconsistent with AMA Guides and the 2005 Schedule. The Appeals Board affirmed the 70% disability rating but granted reconsideration to amend the award to include annual increases for the life pension. The Board also deferred the issue of the applicant's attorney's fee pending a present value calculation of the life pension and further consideration by the WCJ.
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