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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration of a decision finding the applicant permanently and totally disabled. The defendant contended the Administrative Law Judge erred by relying on the applicant's vocational expert, psychiatric AME, and inadmissible reports, and making a determination contrary to Fitzpatrick. The Board found the ALJ's reliance on the vocational expert and AME was supported by evidence, and the applicant's credibility was not impeached. While an inadmissible report was considered for jaw injury, it was deemed inconsequential to the permanent disability rating. The Board found the decision was consistent with the facts and medical opinions presented.
RICHARD GLASSMAN vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPT OF CORRECTIONS & REHABILITATION 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 denied reconsideration of a decision finding the applicant permanently and totally disabled. The defendant contended the Administrative Law Judge erred by relying on the applicant's vocational expert, psychiatric AME, and inadmissible reports, and making a determination contrary to Fitzpatrick. The Board found the ALJ's reliance on the vocational expert and AME was supported by evidence, and the applicant's credibility was not impeached. While an inadmissible report was considered for jaw injury, it was deemed inconsequential to the permanent disability rating. The Board found the decision was consistent with the facts and medical opinions presented.
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