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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to address the defendant's challenge to a prior award. The WCAB found that the trial judge failed to adequately explain the reasons for determining permanent total disability and apportionment. Consequently, the WCAB remanded the case for further development of the record, including obtaining a psychiatric evaluation and clarifying which permanent disability rating schedule applies, before a new decision can be issued.
RICHARD ALBA vs. BALL CORPORATION, SPECIALTY RISK SERVICES, INC. is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to address the defendant's challenge to a prior award. The WCAB found that the trial judge failed to adequately explain the reasons for determining permanent total disability and apportionment. Consequently, the WCAB remanded the case for further development of the record, including obtaining a psychiatric evaluation and clarifying which permanent disability rating schedule applies, before a new decision can be issued.
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