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Scoped to Wilfredo Ruiz Nieves

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March 26, 2012 - · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER

Cantera La Cadena Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Dolor agudo en la mano derecha que le coge los de dos indice y pulgar con adormecimiento e hinchazon. (Acute pain on the right hand that reaches the index and thumb fingers with numbness and swelling).

March 7, 2007 - · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator OTHER

Cantera La Cadena Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Sharp pain in the lumbar area of the back. He is under medical care and the pain symptom has contined. He will now solicit payment from the State.

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