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BRETT BUNGE vs. BEN F. SMITH, INC.; ZURICH NORTH AMERICA

Filed: Mar 23, 2016
Riverside
AD J9690520, AD J9690521

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Petition for Reconsideration because the underlying order was procedural and not a "final" order determining substantive rights or liabilities. The Board also denied the Petition for Removal, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm justifying this extraordinary remedy. The Board admonished the applicant's attorney for filing an improper petition that could cause delay and potential sanctions. Ultimately, the Board affirmed the WCJ's decision regarding the procedural/evidentiary issue.

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board dismissed the Petition for Reconsideration because the underlying order was procedural and not a "final" order determining substantive rights or liabilities. The Board also denied the Petition for Removal, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm justifying this extraordinary remedy. The Board admonished the applicant's attorney for filing an improper petition that could cause delay and potential sanctions. Ultimately, the Board affirmed the WCJ's decision regarding the procedural/evidentiary issue.

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BRETT BUNGE vs. BEN F. SMITH, INC.; ZURICH NORTH AMERICA (2016) – Riverside | CompFox