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This case involves a dispute over Stephanie Moten's permanent disability rating following a work injury. Both the applicant and defendant sought reconsideration of an award of 19% permanent disability. The Appeals Board found the Agreed Medical Evaluator's (AME) permanent disability ratings were not substantial evidence due to improper application of the AMA Guides and failure to properly analyze nerve impairment. Consequently, the Board deferred the issues of permanent disability and attorney's fees, returning the case to the trial level for further proceedings.
Stephanie MOTEN vs. CITY OF LOS ANGELES is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Van Nuys.
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This case involves a dispute over Stephanie Moten's permanent disability rating following a work injury. Both the applicant and defendant sought reconsideration of an award of 19% permanent disability. The Appeals Board found the Agreed Medical Evaluator's (AME) permanent disability ratings were not substantial evidence due to improper application of the AMA Guides and failure to properly analyze nerve impairment. Consequently, the Board deferred the issues of permanent disability and attorney's fees, returning the case to the trial level for further proceedings.
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