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This case involves a deputy sheriff claiming cumulative cardiovascular injury and a stroke, with the employer arguing a congenital condition rebutted the statutory presumption of industrial injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration. The WCAB affirmed the finding of industrial injury but amended the award to reflect a stipulated 12% permanent disability, rather than the original 14%.
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This case involves a deputy sheriff claiming cumulative cardiovascular injury and a stroke, with the employer arguing a congenital condition rebutted the statutory presumption of industrial injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration. The WCAB affirmed the finding of industrial injury but amended the award to reflect a stipulated 12% permanent disability, rather than the original 14%.
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