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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied defendant's petition for removal. Defendant sought removal of an order allowing applicant to obtain vocational rehabilitation reports and depose experts, arguing it caused prejudice. The WCAB found no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm to the defendant, noting these issues could be addressed at trial or reconsideration. The WCAB affirmed the WCJ's decision to allow limited, timely discovery to move the case forward.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied defendant's petition for removal. Defendant sought removal of an order allowing applicant to obtain vocational rehabilitation reports and depose experts, arguing it caused prejudice. The WCAB found no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm to the defendant, noting these issues could be addressed at trial or reconsideration. The WCAB affirmed the WCJ's decision to allow limited, timely discovery to move the case forward.
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