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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration concerning the Findings and Award issued on February 11, 2025. The WCJ had found that applicant Maria Lorenzana sustained an injury to her right wrist and thumb/fingers, resulting in 28% permanent disability. Defendant challenged the sufficiency of the medical evidence, specifically Dr. Adam Stoller's opinion regarding whole person impairment and grip strength. The Appeals Board affirmed the WCJ's reliance on Dr. Stoller's opinion, noting the timeliness of their action on the petition and finding that Dr. Stoller's final report constituted substantial evidence for the permanent disability rating.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Reconsideration concerning the Findings and Award issued on February 11, 2025. The WCJ had found that applicant Maria Lorenzana sustained an injury to her right wrist and thumb/fingers, resulting in 28% permanent disability. Defendant challenged the sufficiency of the medical evidence, specifically Dr. Adam Stoller's opinion regarding whole person impairment and grip strength. The Appeals Board affirmed the WCJ's reliance on Dr. Stoller's opinion, noting the timeliness of their action on the petition and finding that Dr. Stoller's final report constituted substantial evidence for the permanent disability rating.
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