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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal, finding that the defendant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. Although initially deeming the petition untimely, the Board ultimately considered it timely after reviewing proof of service. The Board emphasized that removal is an extraordinary remedy, reserved for situations where reconsideration would not be an adequate remedy. The applicant can raise their issues before the trial judge.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal, finding that the defendant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. Although initially deeming the petition untimely, the Board ultimately considered it timely after reviewing proof of service. The Board emphasized that removal is an extraordinary remedy, reserved for situations where reconsideration would not be an adequate remedy. The applicant can raise their issues before the trial judge.
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