Zapata v. J.R. Simplot Co.

This is a review of a decision of the Industrial Commission (the Commission) in a worker’s compensation case. Appellant Carmen Zapata (Zapata) appeals an order of the Commission adopting the findings of fact and conclusions of law of the referee, but reducing the referee’s recommended permanent partial disability rating.

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FACTS AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

A. Facts

Zapata was born and raised in Texas and considers McAllen, Texas to be her permanent residence. She began working part-time with her parents performing agricultural labor at the age of seven, and eventually obtained employment sorting…