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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Reconsideration. The WCAB adopted the WCJ's report, finding the panel qualified medical examiner's opinion to be substantial evidence based on adequate examination and reasoning. The Board affirmed that one physician's relevant opinion can constitute substantial evidence, even if contradicted. Furthermore, no good cause was established for further discovery after the mandatory settlement conference.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Reconsideration. The WCAB adopted the WCJ's report, finding the panel qualified medical examiner's opinion to be substantial evidence based on adequate examination and reasoning. The Board affirmed that one physician's relevant opinion can constitute substantial evidence, even if contradicted. Furthermore, no good cause was established for further discovery after the mandatory settlement conference.
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