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This case involves an applicant claiming psychiatric injury along with physical injuries. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address the defendant's contention that the applicant failed to meet the statutory threshold for psychiatric injury. Ultimately, the Board found no industrial psychiatric injury, rescinded the previous award, and issued a new award for physical injuries, permanent disability, and necessary future medical treatment for those injuries. The Board also clarified that while the applicant needs treatment for depression and sleep issues, these were not found to be industrially caused.
RICHARD RAMIREZ vs. GEORGIA-PACIFIC, LLC is a workers' compensation case decided in Fresno. 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 Fresno.
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This case involves an applicant claiming psychiatric injury along with physical injuries. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address the defendant's contention that the applicant failed to meet the statutory threshold for psychiatric injury. Ultimately, the Board found no industrial psychiatric injury, rescinded the previous award, and issued a new award for physical injuries, permanent disability, and necessary future medical treatment for those injuries. The Board also clarified that while the applicant needs treatment for depression and sleep issues, these were not found to be industrially caused.
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