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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address whether applicant's sleep apnea is industrially related. The initial WCJ found it was not, based on stipulations and medical reports, but the applicant contested this, relying on Dr. Fu's report. The Board found Dr. Fu's report lacked substantial evidence due to insufficient reasoning and a conclusory approach. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level for further development of the record regarding the industrial causation of the applicant's sleep apnea.
ROBERT LEWIS vs. TOPA INSURANCE CO. INC., STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND 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 Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address whether applicant's sleep apnea is industrially related. The initial WCJ found it was not, based on stipulations and medical reports, but the applicant contested this, relying on Dr. Fu's report. The Board found Dr. Fu's report lacked substantial evidence due to insufficient reasoning and a conclusory approach. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level for further development of the record regarding the industrial causation of the applicant's sleep apnea.
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