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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior decision, rescinding the administrative law judge's finding of 69% permanent disability and no apportionment. The Board found the treating physician's disability analysis substantial evidence but his apportionment opinion and a consulting physician's report lacked substantiality. The case was returned to the judge for re-rating, applying apportionment as opined by defense medical examiners and a new rating for the applicant's internal conditions, considering pre-existing factors.
VIRGINIA VALDES vs. LOUIS VUITTON US MANUFACTURING, TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior decision, rescinding the administrative law judge's finding of 69% permanent disability and no apportionment. The Board found the treating physician's disability analysis substantial evidence but his apportionment opinion and a consulting physician's report lacked substantiality. The case was returned to the judge for re-rating, applying apportionment as opined by defense medical examiners and a new rating for the applicant's internal conditions, considering pre-existing factors.
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