SHIRLEY LAPPI vs. THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.

This case involves a dispute over attorney-client privilege concerning documents within an employer's workers' compensation claims file. The defendant sought reconsideration of an administrative law judge's order to disclose certain documents. The Appeals Board dismissed the petition for reconsideration, finding the order was not final, and granted removal. The Board rescinded the order and remanded the case for appointment of a special master to conduct an in camera review of the disputed documents.