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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) is reconsidering multiple injury claims for Juan Gutierrez against Santa Barbara School District. The WCAB is deferring a final decision on permanent disability awards and attorney fees pending the outcome of a related Court of Appeal case, Benson, which could impact how multiple injuries are combined. The Board has amended one finding to correct the list of injured body parts in a cumulative injury claim and affirmed that Dr. Reynolds' medical opinions constitute substantial evidence regarding chronic pain and apportionment.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) is reconsidering multiple injury claims for Juan Gutierrez against Santa Barbara School District. The WCAB is deferring a final decision on permanent disability awards and attorney fees pending the outcome of a related Court of Appeal case, Benson, which could impact how multiple injuries are combined. The Board has amended one finding to correct the list of injured body parts in a cumulative injury claim and affirmed that Dr. Reynolds' medical opinions constitute substantial evidence regarding chronic pain and apportionment.
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