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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award due to significant procedural deficiencies. The original decision failed to adequately memorialize submitted issues, stipulated facts, and the evidence relied upon, violating Labor Code §5313 and case law. Specifically, the Minutes of Hearing and the Opinion on Decision lacked clarity regarding stipulated injuries and the basis for disability findings. The case is remanded to the trial level for proper proceedings and a new decision.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the prior award due to significant procedural deficiencies. The original decision failed to adequately memorialize submitted issues, stipulated facts, and the evidence relied upon, violating Labor Code §5313 and case law. Specifically, the Minutes of Hearing and the Opinion on Decision lacked clarity regarding stipulated injuries and the basis for disability findings. The case is remanded to the trial level for proper proceedings and a new decision.
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