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The WCAB granted removal, rescinded the WCJ's order, and returned the case for further proceedings concerning attorney Mark Leeds' petition to be relieved as applicant's counsel. Leeds argued ineffective communication with the applicant necessitated his withdrawal, while the WCJ initially denied the petition, citing insufficient detail regarding the breakdown of communication. The Board found that due to attorney-client privilege, Leeds was appropriately limited in his explanation and outlined procedures for the WCJ to address the petition.
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The WCAB granted removal, rescinded the WCJ's order, and returned the case for further proceedings concerning attorney Mark Leeds' petition to be relieved as applicant's counsel. Leeds argued ineffective communication with the applicant necessitated his withdrawal, while the WCJ initially denied the petition, citing insufficient detail regarding the breakdown of communication. The Board found that due to attorney-client privilege, Leeds was appropriately limited in his explanation and outlined procedures for the WCJ to address the petition.
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