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The Appeals Board found that despite a prior finding of total rehabilitation, Labor Code Section 4664(c)(1) mandates applying a lifetime cap for spine injuries. Therefore, a prior 17% permanent disability award from 1984 must be subtracted from the applicant's current 100% permanent disability finding. The applicant is ultimately awarded 83% permanent disability, with the case returned for calculation of the indemnity award and attorney fees.
ALBERT ASTORGA vs. ARIZONA PIPELINE, ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Appeals Board found that despite a prior finding of total rehabilitation, Labor Code Section 4664(c)(1) mandates applying a lifetime cap for spine injuries. Therefore, a prior 17% permanent disability award from 1984 must be subtracted from the applicant's current 100% permanent disability finding. The applicant is ultimately awarded 83% permanent disability, with the case returned for calculation of the indemnity award and attorney fees.
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