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This case involves a lien claimant seeking discovery of specific medical records from the defendant. The WCAB dismissed the petition for reconsideration because the WCJ's order was procedural, not a final determination of substantive rights. However, the Appeals Board granted removal, finding the lien claimant had adequately established relevance for the requested discovery under Labor Code § 4903.6(d). Consequently, the WCAB rescinded the prior order and compelled the defendant to produce the specified medical reports and documents.
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This case involves a lien claimant seeking discovery of specific medical records from the defendant. The WCAB dismissed the petition for reconsideration because the WCJ's order was procedural, not a final determination of substantive rights. However, the Appeals Board granted removal, finding the lien claimant had adequately established relevance for the requested discovery under Labor Code § 4903.6(d). Consequently, the WCAB rescinded the prior order and compelled the defendant to produce the specified medical reports and documents.
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