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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award, remanding the case for further proceedings. Issues included the proper apportionment of permanent disability between the State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF) and the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIF), conflicting findings on permanent and temporary disability, and inconsistencies regarding attorney fees. The Board also noted missing medical reports and incorrect party designations. The trial judge must clarify the permanent disability award for each injury, determine benefit rates and dates, and ensure all relevant medical evidence is properly admitted.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award, remanding the case for further proceedings. Issues included the proper apportionment of permanent disability between the State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF) and the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIF), conflicting findings on permanent and temporary disability, and inconsistencies regarding attorney fees. The Board also noted missing medical reports and incorrect party designations. The trial judge must clarify the permanent disability award for each injury, determine benefit rates and dates, and ensure all relevant medical evidence is properly admitted.
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