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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded a WCJ's decision awarding applicant 58% permanent disability for injuries to her wrists and psyche. The WCAB found that the WCJ's decision lacked substantial evidence because the medical opinions on apportionment and permanent disability were insufficient, particularly Dr. Gilberg's unclear apportionment and the failure to consider Drs. Richman and Furst's opinions. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to obtain clearer medical evidence and address specific contentions from the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Fund regarding apportionment and overall permanent disability.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded a WCJ's decision awarding applicant 58% permanent disability for injuries to her wrists and psyche. The WCAB found that the WCJ's decision lacked substantial evidence because the medical opinions on apportionment and permanent disability were insufficient, particularly Dr. Gilberg's unclear apportionment and the failure to consider Drs. Richman and Furst's opinions. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to obtain clearer medical evidence and address specific contentions from the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Fund regarding apportionment and overall permanent disability.
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