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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the County of San Diego's Petition for Removal, affirming the Workers' Compensation Judge's decision. The County sought removal to conduct further defense discovery, claiming prejudice from the trial being set. However, the Board found the County had repeatedly represented readiness for trial, failed to diligently pursue discovery regarding prior injuries or vocational experts, and offered no substantial good cause for the requested delay. The Board concluded the cases should remain on the trial calendar.
MARK COLLINS vs. COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the County of San Diego's Petition for Removal, affirming the Workers' Compensation Judge's decision. The County sought removal to conduct further defense discovery, claiming prejudice from the trial being set. However, the Board found the County had repeatedly represented readiness for trial, failed to diligently pursue discovery regarding prior injuries or vocational experts, and offered no substantial good cause for the requested delay. The Board concluded the cases should remain on the trial calendar.
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