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This case concerns multiple admitted industrial injuries to David Hanson's left ankle and knees while employed by ABF Freight Systems. The Appeals Board rescinded the trial judge's award, finding insufficient development of the medical record regarding apportionment of permanent disability. The matter is returned to the trial level for further expert opinion from the agreed medical evaluator and potentially a new physician to clarify apportionment issues, particularly concerning prior knee injuries.
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This case concerns multiple admitted industrial injuries to David Hanson's left ankle and knees while employed by ABF Freight Systems. The Appeals Board rescinded the trial judge's award, finding insufficient development of the medical record regarding apportionment of permanent disability. The matter is returned to the trial level for further expert opinion from the agreed medical evaluator and potentially a new physician to clarify apportionment issues, particularly concerning prior knee injuries.
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