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This case concerns applicant Terry Kirkland's shoulder injury claims against United Parcel Service. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, vacating a prior award based on the finding that the prior medical expert's report was not substantial evidence due to his disbelief in the concept of cumulative injury. The Board ruled that the AME's report from a subsequent claim is admissible in these cases and that the prior stipulations should be set aside. The matter is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings to determine the issues of injury AOE/COE and new and further disability.
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This case concerns applicant Terry Kirkland's shoulder injury claims against United Parcel Service. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, vacating a prior award based on the finding that the prior medical expert's report was not substantial evidence due to his disbelief in the concept of cumulative injury. The Board ruled that the AME's report from a subsequent claim is admissible in these cases and that the prior stipulations should be set aside. The matter is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings to determine the issues of injury AOE/COE and new and further disability.
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