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The Appeals Board denied the applicant's petition for removal, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The applicant sought removal after the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) denied the employer's motion to quash a subpoena. The WCJ's order directed the parties to engage in a good-faith meet and confer process to resolve the discovery dispute. The Board adopted the WCJ's reasoning, concluding that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if a final adverse decision occurs.
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The Appeals Board denied the applicant's petition for removal, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The applicant sought removal after the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) denied the employer's motion to quash a subpoena. The WCJ's order directed the parties to engage in a good-faith meet and confer process to resolve the discovery dispute. The Board adopted the WCJ's reasoning, concluding that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if a final adverse decision occurs.
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