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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the applicant's Petition for Removal. Removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only upon a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The WCAB found that the applicant failed to demonstrate such prejudice, particularly concerning a dispute over Dr. Laqui's deposition fees. The WCAB adopted the WCJ's report, which concluded that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if necessary. Therefore, the petition for removal was denied.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied the applicant's Petition for Removal. Removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only upon a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The WCAB found that the applicant failed to demonstrate such prejudice, particularly concerning a dispute over Dr. Laqui's deposition fees. The WCAB adopted the WCJ's report, which concluded that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if necessary. Therefore, the petition for removal was denied.
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