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Applicant Laura Maled sought removal after the WCJ deferred ruling on a motion to quash a subpoena. The subpoena requested records from Diamond Learning Center, Inc., which AMTRUST, its insurer, claimed were overbroad and privileged. Applicant argued the deferral prejudiced her ability to conduct necessary discovery. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding the deferral caused substantial prejudice and irreparable harm. The case was remanded for a status conference to facilitate discovery resolution or a ruling on the motion to quash.
LAURA MALED vs. DIAMOND LEARNING CENTER, INC., AMTRUST NORTH AMERICA, JAMI HAMEL DE LA CERDA, DANIEL DE LA CERDA, NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in Fresno. 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 Fresno.
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Applicant Laura Maled sought removal after the WCJ deferred ruling on a motion to quash a subpoena. The subpoena requested records from Diamond Learning Center, Inc., which AMTRUST, its insurer, claimed were overbroad and privileged. Applicant argued the deferral prejudiced her ability to conduct necessary discovery. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding the deferral caused substantial prejudice and irreparable harm. The case was remanded for a status conference to facilitate discovery resolution or a ruling on the motion to quash.
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