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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed a judge's order denying arbitration on insurance coverage, as the prior superior court ruling established the WCAB's exclusive jurisdiction. The WCAB found the judge's order was an interim procedural step, not a final order, thus not subject to reconsideration. Defendant's admission of coverage also negated the need for arbitration on that issue. The case was returned to the trial level for a mandatory settlement conference to address remaining employment issues.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) affirmed a judge's order denying arbitration on insurance coverage, as the prior superior court ruling established the WCAB's exclusive jurisdiction. The WCAB found the judge's order was an interim procedural step, not a final order, thus not subject to reconsideration. Defendant's admission of coverage also negated the need for arbitration on that issue. The case was returned to the trial level for a mandatory settlement conference to address remaining employment issues.
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