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This case involves a dispute over the closure of discovery in a workers' compensation claim. The applicant sought to submit additional medical reports to the QME after the mandatory settlement conference, claiming ongoing medical issues. However, the Board granted the defendant's petition for removal, finding the applicant failed to demonstrate due diligence in obtaining this evidence prior to the discovery cut-off. The order sending the matter off-calendar to review the new reports was rescinded, and the case will proceed to another settlement conference and potentially trial.
DAVID RIVERA ALEMAN vs. JKB CORPORATION, INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE WEST is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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This case involves a dispute over the closure of discovery in a workers' compensation claim. The applicant sought to submit additional medical reports to the QME after the mandatory settlement conference, claiming ongoing medical issues. However, the Board granted the defendant's petition for removal, finding the applicant failed to demonstrate due diligence in obtaining this evidence prior to the discovery cut-off. The order sending the matter off-calendar to review the new reports was rescinded, and the case will proceed to another settlement conference and potentially trial.
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