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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address applicant's claims of injury to her right knee and fibromyalgia. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's opinions on fibromyalgia were not substantial evidence as the physician deferred to a specialist, and further development of the record was needed for the right knee claim. The Board rescinded the original award and returned the matter to the judge for further proceedings on these deferred issues, affirming all other aspects of the original decision.
SANDRA VELASQUEZ vs. CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL , CENTER is a workers' compensation case decided in Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address applicant's claims of injury to her right knee and fibromyalgia. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's opinions on fibromyalgia were not substantial evidence as the physician deferred to a specialist, and further development of the record was needed for the right knee claim. The Board rescinded the original award and returned the matter to the judge for further proceedings on these deferred issues, affirming all other aspects of the original decision.
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