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This case concerns a dispute over the disqualification of a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Dr. Monosson, due to alleged ex parte communication initiated by the doctor regarding deposition fees. The Appeals Board dismissed the applicant's Petition for Reconsideration because the underlying finding was not a final order. However, the Board granted removal and rescinded the disqualification, ruling that Dr. Monosson was not disqualified. The Board emphasized that Labor Code section 4062.3(f) and CCR, Title 8, Section 35(k) protect the aggrieved party's election rights, and here, the applicant, the aggrieved party, did not seek a new QME.
DARLENE BERKE vs. BLOOMINGDALES, MACYS CORPORATE SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in Marina Del Rey. 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 Marina Del Rey.
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This case concerns a dispute over the disqualification of a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Dr. Monosson, due to alleged ex parte communication initiated by the doctor regarding deposition fees. The Appeals Board dismissed the applicant's Petition for Reconsideration because the underlying finding was not a final order. However, the Board granted removal and rescinded the disqualification, ruling that Dr. Monosson was not disqualified. The Board emphasized that Labor Code section 4062.3(f) and CCR, Title 8, Section 35(k) protect the aggrieved party's election rights, and here, the applicant, the aggrieved party, did not seek a new QME.
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