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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the original findings that Fernando Munoz sustained an injury arising out of and occurring in the course of employment (AOE/COE) to his neck, low back, and left shoulder. The employer argued Munoz failed to prove they had notice of the injury before his termination. However, the WCAB found Dr. Feiwell's medical opinions constituted substantial evidence supporting the industrial nature of the injuries. The WCAB also gave significant weight to the trial judge's credibility findings regarding Munoz's testimony that he reported the injury to his supervisor.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed the original findings that Fernando Munoz sustained an injury arising out of and occurring in the course of employment (AOE/COE) to his neck, low back, and left shoulder. The employer argued Munoz failed to prove they had notice of the injury before his termination. However, the WCAB found Dr. Feiwell's medical opinions constituted substantial evidence supporting the industrial nature of the injuries. The WCAB also gave significant weight to the trial judge's credibility findings regarding Munoz's testimony that he reported the injury to his supervisor.
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