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The applicant sought reconsideration of an incomplete workers' compensation award for injuries sustained as a firefighter. The judge issued an interim award, failing to make final findings on permanent disability from skin injury and eligibility for a 15% increase in benefits under Labor Code section 4658. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order, and returned the case for further medical record development concerning the skin injury. The Board also directed the judge to fully determine the applicant's entitlement to increased benefits under LC 4658, considering the applicant's retirement status and intent to continue working.
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The applicant sought reconsideration of an incomplete workers' compensation award for injuries sustained as a firefighter. The judge issued an interim award, failing to make final findings on permanent disability from skin injury and eligibility for a 15% increase in benefits under Labor Code section 4658. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior order, and returned the case for further medical record development concerning the skin injury. The Board also directed the judge to fully determine the applicant's entitlement to increased benefits under LC 4658, considering the applicant's retirement status and intent to continue working.
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