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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted removal to the defendant, Orange County Transportation Authority. This decision rescinded a prior Minute Order that compelled depositions over the defendant's objection. The Board found the Minute Order violated the defendant's due process rights by failing to provide adequate notice that employee witness depositions, rather than QME depositions, would be addressed. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level for proper notice and an evidentiary hearing.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted removal to the defendant, Orange County Transportation Authority. This decision rescinded a prior Minute Order that compelled depositions over the defendant's objection. The Board found the Minute Order violated the defendant's due process rights by failing to provide adequate notice that employee witness depositions, rather than QME depositions, would be addressed. Therefore, the case is returned to the trial level for proper notice and an evidentiary hearing.
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