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This case involves a petition for reconsideration filed by applicant Ranjan Bhatt regarding an increase in permanent partial disability from 25% to 44% for her low back, left hip, and knee injuries. The applicant contended the judge erred by apportioning liability to non-industrial causes. Following a settlement conference, the parties submitted stipulations for an award of 51% permanent partial disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board approved these stipulations, rescinded the prior award, and issued a new award based on the agreement.
Ranjan Bhatt vs. California Department of State Hospitals, Coalinga State Hospital is a workers' compensation case decided in Oakland. 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 Oakland.
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This case involves a petition for reconsideration filed by applicant Ranjan Bhatt regarding an increase in permanent partial disability from 25% to 44% for her low back, left hip, and knee injuries. The applicant contended the judge erred by apportioning liability to non-industrial causes. Following a settlement conference, the parties submitted stipulations for an award of 51% permanent partial disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board approved these stipulations, rescinded the prior award, and issued a new award based on the agreement.
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