What was disputed, and how it came out
Each issue the panel decided, with the reasoning it gave. An outcome is what this panel did on this record — not a rule, and not a prediction.
WCJ erred by using 5% WPI; correct method is to separately rate each injury using same schedule then subtract prior from subsequent
From the decision · page 7Code, § 4664, the correct method for determining apportionment is to separately rate each injury using the same disability rating schedule (if possible), then subtract the disability resulting from the prior injury from the disability resulting from the subsequent injury. Applicant’s contention is well taken.
30 minus 18 = 12% permanent disability
Dr. Feinberg’s assessment of impairment and apportionment constitutes substantial evidence
From the decision · page 6