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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the finding of industrial injury for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) but rescinded the finding of chronic pain. The WCAB also rescinded the finding of permanent and total disability, finding the medical evidence supported a scheduled disability rating between 64-81%. The vocational expert's opinion was deemed insufficient to rebut the scheduled rating or establish permanent total disability. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new permanent disability finding based on the medical reports.
SOOHYUN KIM vs. VALENTINO, Permissibly Self-Insured, Administered By GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC. is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. 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 Marina Del Rey.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the finding of industrial injury for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) but rescinded the finding of chronic pain. The WCAB also rescinded the finding of permanent and total disability, finding the medical evidence supported a scheduled disability rating between 64-81%. The vocational expert's opinion was deemed insufficient to rebut the scheduled rating or establish permanent total disability. The case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and a new permanent disability finding based on the medical reports.
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