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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior award concerning applicant Camilo Lopez's industrial injury. The Board is returning the case to the trial level for a new final determination due to issues with the administrative law judge's (WCJ) permanent disability rating and the admissibility of a medical report. While the applicant sought to introduce a report from a self-procured physician, the Board noted that such a report, if obtained solely to rebut another opinion, might be inadmissible.
CAMILO LOPEZ vs. PTG MANAGEMENT COMPANY, UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, CRUM & FORSTER is a workers' compensation case decided in Stockton. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Stockton.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior award concerning applicant Camilo Lopez's industrial injury. The Board is returning the case to the trial level for a new final determination due to issues with the administrative law judge's (WCJ) permanent disability rating and the admissibility of a medical report. While the applicant sought to introduce a report from a self-procured physician, the Board noted that such a report, if obtained solely to rebut another opinion, might be inadmissible.
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