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The Appeals Board affirmed the Workers' Compensation Judge's (WCJ) prior decision after reconsideration. The WCJ had found the applicant sustained an industrial injury to his hearing and psyche causing 85% permanent disability. The defendant argued the WCJ erred in the permanent disability rating and in relying on a vocational expert's report. The Board adopted the WCJ's reasoning and report, thereby affirming the original award.
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The Appeals Board affirmed the Workers' Compensation Judge's (WCJ) prior decision after reconsideration. The WCJ had found the applicant sustained an industrial injury to his hearing and psyche causing 85% permanent disability. The defendant argued the WCJ erred in the permanent disability rating and in relying on a vocational expert's report. The Board adopted the WCJ's reasoning and report, thereby affirming the original award.
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