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The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinding the WCJ's order for a sanctions hearing and the appearance of the defendant's claims examiner. While acknowledging the duty to disclose evidence before a trial, the Board found no authority requiring pre-expedited hearing disclosure of sub rosa films, thus negating grounds for sanctions. The Board also determined an affidavit from the claims examiner would suffice, making her live appearance unnecessary. The order for the sub rosa films to be sent to the Agreed Medical Examiner was affirmed.
RAMON SALAZAR vs. CONSOLIDATED DISPOSAL SERVICE, ACE USA Administered By CANNON COCHRAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC. 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 Appeals Board granted removal, rescinding the WCJ's order for a sanctions hearing and the appearance of the defendant's claims examiner. While acknowledging the duty to disclose evidence before a trial, the Board found no authority requiring pre-expedited hearing disclosure of sub rosa films, thus negating grounds for sanctions. The Board also determined an affidavit from the claims examiner would suffice, making her live appearance unnecessary. The order for the sub rosa films to be sent to the Agreed Medical Examiner was affirmed.
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