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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Removal. The defendant sought to undo an order granting the applicant a continuance for a chiropractic QME evaluation and setting a status conference. The Board found the WCJ acted within his authority by granting a brief, six-week continuance to ensure proper record development. The Board concluded the defendant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, making removal an unwarranted, extraordinary remedy.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's Petition for Removal. The defendant sought to undo an order granting the applicant a continuance for a chiropractic QME evaluation and setting a status conference. The Board found the WCJ acted within his authority by granting a brief, six-week continuance to ensure proper record development. The Board concluded the defendant failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, making removal an unwarranted, extraordinary remedy.
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