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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed an award of 100% permanent disability for Adriana Solera, finding her vocational expert's opinion substantial evidence of her inability to return to gainful employment due to the extensive effects of her industrial injury. The Board also granted reconsideration to amend a finding regarding self-procured medical treatment, acknowledging the applicant withdrew that issue and noting a lack of evidence to support the original finding. The Board adopted the Workers' Compensation Judge's reasoning for the permanent disability award, emphasizing credible medical and applicant testimony.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed an award of 100% permanent disability for Adriana Solera, finding her vocational expert's opinion substantial evidence of her inability to return to gainful employment due to the extensive effects of her industrial injury. The Board also granted reconsideration to amend a finding regarding self-procured medical treatment, acknowledging the applicant withdrew that issue and noting a lack of evidence to support the original finding. The Board adopted the Workers' Compensation Judge's reasoning for the permanent disability award, emphasizing credible medical and applicant testimony.
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