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This case concerns a lien claimant's attempt to testify at trial regarding the reasonableness of medical treatment. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the claimant's petition for removal, upholding the administrative law judge's decision to strike the witness. The Board reasoned that workers' compensation proceedings favor written medical reports over live testimony to ensure efficiency and substantial justice.
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This case concerns a lien claimant's attempt to testify at trial regarding the reasonableness of medical treatment. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the claimant's petition for removal, upholding the administrative law judge's decision to strike the witness. The Board reasoned that workers' compensation proceedings favor written medical reports over live testimony to ensure efficiency and substantial justice.
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