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The Appeals Board granted the applicant's petition for removal, rescinding a prior order that allowed the applicant's deposition before receiving defendant's witness statements. Applicant claimed prejudice from this sequence, while defendant asserted attorney-client privilege over the statements. The Board adopted the WCJ's recommendation, returning the matter to the trial level for further proceedings and record development. The Board also noted the initial lack of documentation for the disputed order and potential sanctions if no statements exist.
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The Appeals Board granted the applicant's petition for removal, rescinding a prior order that allowed the applicant's deposition before receiving defendant's witness statements. Applicant claimed prejudice from this sequence, while defendant asserted attorney-client privilege over the statements. The Board adopted the WCJ's recommendation, returning the matter to the trial level for further proceedings and record development. The Board also noted the initial lack of documentation for the disputed order and potential sanctions if no statements exist.
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