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This case concerns a workers' compensation claim where the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to further study the issues. The WCAB affirmed the original findings and award, giving significant weight to the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) credibility determination based on witness observation. They also reiterated that a single physician's opinion can be substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with other medical opinions. Ultimately, the WCAB found no substantial evidence to overturn the ALJ's decision.
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This case concerns a workers' compensation claim where the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to further study the issues. The WCAB affirmed the original findings and award, giving significant weight to the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) credibility determination based on witness observation. They also reiterated that a single physician's opinion can be substantial evidence, even if it conflicts with other medical opinions. Ultimately, the WCAB found no substantial evidence to overturn the ALJ's decision.
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