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This case involves a petition for reconsideration filed by applicant Ranjan Bhatt regarding an increase in permanent partial disability from 25% to 44% for her low back, left hip, and knee injuries. The applicant contended the judge erred by apportioning liability to non-industrial causes. Following a settlement conference, the parties submitted stipulations for an award of 51% permanent partial disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board approved these stipulations, rescinded the prior award, and issued a new award based on the agreement.
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This case involves a petition for reconsideration filed by applicant Ranjan Bhatt regarding an increase in permanent partial disability from 25% to 44% for her low back, left hip, and knee injuries. The applicant contended the judge erred by apportioning liability to non-industrial causes. Following a settlement conference, the parties submitted stipulations for an award of 51% permanent partial disability. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board approved these stipulations, rescinded the prior award, and issued a new award based on the agreement.
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