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The applicant sought removal of an order that took the case off-calendar to allow the defendant to obtain a vocational evaluation, arguing it caused prejudice and delay. The Appeals Board denied the petition, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, and that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy. The Board agreed with the WCJ that the defendant was not obligated to obtain a rebuttal vocational report until the applicant presented evidence that might rebut the Permanent Disability Rating Schedule. The applicant's delay arguments were deemed insufficient to warrant removal.
JEAN BUDD vs. A.C. TRANSIT, YORK RISK SERVICES GROUP is a workers' compensation case decided in Oakland. 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 Oakland.
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The applicant sought removal of an order that took the case off-calendar to allow the defendant to obtain a vocational evaluation, arguing it caused prejudice and delay. The Appeals Board denied the petition, finding no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, and that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy. The Board agreed with the WCJ that the defendant was not obligated to obtain a rebuttal vocational report until the applicant presented evidence that might rebut the Permanent Disability Rating Schedule. The applicant's delay arguments were deemed insufficient to warrant removal.
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