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This case involves a Petition for Removal that the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied. The WCAB stated that removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only upon a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, and that reconsideration is typically an adequate remedy. Based on the administrative law judge's analysis, the WCAB found neither condition was met. The WCAB also clarified that only the Board, not an administrative law judge, has the authority to remove a representative's privilege to appear in proceedings.
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This case involves a Petition for Removal that the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied. The WCAB stated that removal is an extraordinary remedy granted only upon a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, and that reconsideration is typically an adequate remedy. Based on the administrative law judge's analysis, the WCAB found neither condition was met. The WCAB also clarified that only the Board, not an administrative law judge, has the authority to remove a representative's privilege to appear in proceedings.
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