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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the original decision, and returned the case to the WCJ for further proceedings. The original decision denied the applicant's claim for bilateral knee injury AOE/COE. This decision was based on conflicting medical opinions from Dr. Achackzad regarding whether the applicant's current knee symptoms were due to a prior specific injury or subsequent cumulative trauma. The Board found Dr. Achackzad's testimony lacked substantial evidence due to inconsistencies and ordered the record to be further developed.
ANGELA CONTRERAS vs. CENTRAL CALIFORNIA CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE COMPANIES/STAR INSURANCE COMPANY, ILLINOIS MIDWEST INSURANCE AGENCY is a workers' compensation case decided in Stockton. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the original decision, and returned the case to the WCJ for further proceedings. The original decision denied the applicant's claim for bilateral knee injury AOE/COE. This decision was based on conflicting medical opinions from Dr. Achackzad regarding whether the applicant's current knee symptoms were due to a prior specific injury or subsequent cumulative trauma. The Board found Dr. Achackzad's testimony lacked substantial evidence due to inconsistencies and ordered the record to be further developed.
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