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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Removal concerning a Joint Findings and Order that struck a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) panel. The Board affirmed the WCJ's finding that the panel was improperly obtained because the applicant requested it less than 10 days after the claim denial, violating Labor Code section 4062.2(b). Applicant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm from the panel being stricken, and can obtain a new panel following proper procedures.
MARTIN DUENAS REYES vs. HIS LIFE WOODWORKS, AMTRUST is a workers' compensation case decided in Anaheim. 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 Anaheim.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the applicant's Petition for Removal concerning a Joint Findings and Order that struck a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) panel. The Board affirmed the WCJ's finding that the panel was improperly obtained because the applicant requested it less than 10 days after the claim denial, violating Labor Code section 4062.2(b). Applicant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm from the panel being stricken, and can obtain a new panel following proper procedures.
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