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The applicant, Rick Carroll, sought reconsideration of a May 5, 2025, Findings of Fact and Order where the WCJ found he was not entitled to Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) benefits due to a lack of substantial medical evidence from Dr. Raye Bellinger. The applicant contended the WCJ erred in failing to rely on party stipulations and in interpreting the scope of pre-existing labor disabling conditions. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, deeming Dr. Bellinger's report inadequate and the record improperly developed. However, the WCAB deferred a final decision on the merits to allow for further review and potential development of the record.
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The applicant, Rick Carroll, sought reconsideration of a May 5, 2025, Findings of Fact and Order where the WCJ found he was not entitled to Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) benefits due to a lack of substantial medical evidence from Dr. Raye Bellinger. The applicant contended the WCJ erred in failing to rely on party stipulations and in interpreting the scope of pre-existing labor disabling conditions. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, deeming Dr. Bellinger's report inadequate and the record improperly developed. However, the WCAB deferred a final decision on the merits to allow for further review and potential development of the record.
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