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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Removal, affirming the WCJ's decision to take the case off calendar. Removal is an extraordinary remedy requiring a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, which was not demonstrated here. The Board found that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if an adverse decision ultimately issues. Given the age of the case and the utilization of Agreed Medical Examiners, the Board expects prompt cooperation for resolution.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Removal, affirming the WCJ's decision to take the case off calendar. Removal is an extraordinary remedy requiring a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, which was not demonstrated here. The Board found that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if an adverse decision ultimately issues. Given the age of the case and the utilization of Agreed Medical Examiners, the Board expects prompt cooperation for resolution.
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