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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for removal, upholding the WCJ's decision to deny their request for a venue change. While the defendant argued for transfer to Riverside based on the applicant's initial residence there, the Board found the applicant now lives in close proximity to the Van Nuys office where the case was initially filed. The Board also noted deficiencies in the defendant's request for venue change based on witness convenience and good cause. Therefore, good cause exists to maintain venue with the Van Nuys District Office.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for removal, upholding the WCJ's decision to deny their request for a venue change. While the defendant argued for transfer to Riverside based on the applicant's initial residence there, the Board found the applicant now lives in close proximity to the Van Nuys office where the case was initially filed. The Board also noted deficiencies in the defendant's request for venue change based on witness convenience and good cause. Therefore, good cause exists to maintain venue with the Van Nuys District Office.
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