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The applicant sought a hearing regarding the timeliness of the defendant's utilization review (UR) determination. The WCJ improperly took the matter off calendar without a hearing, denying the applicant's due process rights. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding the WCJ's order was not a final decision and that the applicant was entitled to a hearing on the UR timeliness issue. The matter is returned to the trial level for further proceedings.
LORI VEIGA BLUM vs. CALIFORNIA SKIN INSTITUTE, AMTRUST NORTH AMERICA is a workers' compensation case decided in San Jose. 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 San Jose.
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The applicant sought a hearing regarding the timeliness of the defendant's utilization review (UR) determination. The WCJ improperly took the matter off calendar without a hearing, denying the applicant's due process rights. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding the WCJ's order was not a final decision and that the applicant was entitled to a hearing on the UR timeliness issue. The matter is returned to the trial level for further proceedings.
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