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FERMIN SANDOVAL vs. WATERPROOFING ASSOCIATES, CYPRESS INSURANCE, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY

Filed: Apr 21, 2016
Oakland
ADJ 269895

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (Appeals Board) rescinded a previous award due to significant procedural errors. The Board found that the administrative record was incomplete and improperly organized, with multiple medical reports combined into single exhibits in violation of WCAB rules. These deficiencies prevented a proper review of the evidence, particularly concerning the applicant's permanent disability and temporary disability rate. The case is returned to the trial level for correction of these record-keeping errors and a new decision.

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (Appeals Board) rescinded a previous award due to significant procedural errors. The Board found that the administrative record was incomplete and improperly organized, with multiple medical reports combined into single exhibits in violation of WCAB rules. These deficiencies prevented a proper review of the evidence, particularly concerning the applicant's permanent disability and temporary disability rate. The case is returned to the trial level for correction of these record-keeping errors and a new decision.

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