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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award, partially overturning the original decision. The Board found that the applicant did not sustain an industrial injury to his bilateral legs as initially determined. However, the Board affirmed the finding of total permanent disability due to diminished earning capacity and inability to compete in the open labor market, attributing it to lumbar spine and urinary incontinence injuries with full duplication. The Board also modified the temporary disability period and established a new permanent and stationary date of September 17, 2004, returning certain issues like attorney fees and home healthcare costs to the trial level for further determination.
GIRGIS FAM vs. UCLA MEDICAL CENTER is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Marina Del Rey.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award, partially overturning the original decision. The Board found that the applicant did not sustain an industrial injury to his bilateral legs as initially determined. However, the Board affirmed the finding of total permanent disability due to diminished earning capacity and inability to compete in the open labor market, attributing it to lumbar spine and urinary incontinence injuries with full duplication. The Board also modified the temporary disability period and established a new permanent and stationary date of September 17, 2004, returning certain issues like attorney fees and home healthcare costs to the trial level for further determination.
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