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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the defendant's petition for removal, rescinding the original order. The WCAB found the original order, which replaced a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) for alleged unavailability for deposition, was improperly issued due to a lack of a proper record. The WCAB emphasized that a complete record, including stipulations and admitted evidence, is essential for decisions. Therefore, the case was returned to the WCJ for further proceedings with a proper evidentiary record.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the defendant's petition for removal, rescinding the original order. The WCAB found the original order, which replaced a Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) for alleged unavailability for deposition, was improperly issued due to a lack of a proper record. The WCAB emphasized that a complete record, including stipulations and admitted evidence, is essential for decisions. Therefore, the case was returned to the WCJ for further proceedings with a proper evidentiary record.
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