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This case involves a senior laundry worker, Steven Salazar, who claimed permanent total disability due to cumulative trauma injuries. The County of Los Angeles sought reconsideration of a 100% permanent disability award, arguing for apportionment to non-industrial factors as supported by Agreed Medical Examiners. The Appeals Board found that the initial award improperly bypassed medical apportionment and returned the case to the trial level for further development of the record. However, they amended the award to reflect the defendant's stipulation of at least 95% permanent disability, ordering immediate payment of benefits based on this stipulation.
STEVEN SALAZAR vs. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES 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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This case involves a senior laundry worker, Steven Salazar, who claimed permanent total disability due to cumulative trauma injuries. The County of Los Angeles sought reconsideration of a 100% permanent disability award, arguing for apportionment to non-industrial factors as supported by Agreed Medical Examiners. The Appeals Board found that the initial award improperly bypassed medical apportionment and returned the case to the trial level for further development of the record. However, they amended the award to reflect the defendant's stipulation of at least 95% permanent disability, ordering immediate payment of benefits based on this stipulation.
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