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In this workers' compensation case, the defendant sought removal to the Appeals Board to challenge the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) order appointing physicians to evaluate the applicant's internal and psychological injury claims. The defendant argued this appointment was unjustified and would cause prejudice and irreparable harm due to additional evaluation costs. The Appeals Board denied the petition for removal, finding the defendant failed to establish significant prejudice or irreparable harm, and that the ALJ acted within their authority under Labor Code section 5701. Removal is an extraordinary remedy not warranted in this instance.
CELIA ESCAMILLA vs. SANTA BARBARA ZOO, UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Santa Barbara. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Santa Barbara.
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In this workers' compensation case, the defendant sought removal to the Appeals Board to challenge the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) order appointing physicians to evaluate the applicant's internal and psychological injury claims. The defendant argued this appointment was unjustified and would cause prejudice and irreparable harm due to additional evaluation costs. The Appeals Board denied the petition for removal, finding the defendant failed to establish significant prejudice or irreparable harm, and that the ALJ acted within their authority under Labor Code section 5701. Removal is an extraordinary remedy not warranted in this instance.
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