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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to reduce Lillian Harris' permanent disability award. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's apportionment of 50% of the cervical and lumbar spine disability to non-industrial factors was supported by substantial medical evidence. Therefore, the original 32% unapportioned award was amended to 20% permanent disability after apportionment. This adjustment was based on the stipulation of the parties and the revised interpretation of apportionment law.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to reduce Lillian Harris' permanent disability award. The Board found that the Agreed Medical Examiner's apportionment of 50% of the cervical and lumbar spine disability to non-industrial factors was supported by substantial medical evidence. Therefore, the original 32% unapportioned award was amended to 20% permanent disability after apportionment. This adjustment was based on the stipulation of the parties and the revised interpretation of apportionment law.
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