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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's award, and returned the matter to the trial level. While not finding the Agreed Medical Examiner's (AME) report inadmissible due to a procedural violation, the Board determined it lacked substantial medical evidence. The AME's report was deemed cursory and not based on adequate examination or reasoning to support the award of housekeeping services. Further proceedings are required to develop the record, potentially including a re-evaluation by the AME and cross-examination.
SANDRA CATLIN vs. JC PENNEY, INC., AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Oxnard. 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 Oxnard.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the WCJ's award, and returned the matter to the trial level. While not finding the Agreed Medical Examiner's (AME) report inadmissible due to a procedural violation, the Board determined it lacked substantial medical evidence. The AME's report was deemed cursory and not based on adequate examination or reasoning to support the award of housekeeping services. Further proceedings are required to develop the record, potentially including a re-evaluation by the AME and cross-examination.
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