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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's Findings and Award, finding the applicant sustained industrial injury resulting in psychosomatic disorder. The Board noted the WCJ's decision heavily relied on applicant's credibility, but crucial evidence, the April 13, 2010 Minutes of Hearing, was missing from the record. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision to ensure a complete record for review. Removal was denied as reconsideration provided an adequate remedy.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's Findings and Award, finding the applicant sustained industrial injury resulting in psychosomatic disorder. The Board noted the WCJ's decision heavily relied on applicant's credibility, but crucial evidence, the April 13, 2010 Minutes of Hearing, was missing from the record. The matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new decision to ensure a complete record for review. Removal was denied as reconsideration provided an adequate remedy.
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