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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to applicant Belen Aguilar because the administrative law judge's findings were not supported by substantial evidence. Specifically, the medical opinions regarding permanent disability and apportionment from QME Dr. Santaniello were deemed insufficient due to lack of information about the applicant's work duties across various employers. The case is returned to the judge for further proceedings to develop the medical record on injury and apportionment.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to applicant Belen Aguilar because the administrative law judge's findings were not supported by substantial evidence. Specifically, the medical opinions regarding permanent disability and apportionment from QME Dr. Santaniello were deemed insufficient due to lack of information about the applicant's work duties across various employers. The case is returned to the judge for further proceedings to develop the medical record on injury and apportionment.
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