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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted removal to a lien claimant, Dr. David Bresler, on the grounds that the WCJ improperly ordered him to appear with a specific attorney. The WCAB found this order violated Code of Civil Procedure section 284, as it interfered with Dr. Bresler's right to choose his own representative. The Board rescinded the WCJ's order, affirming the lien claimant's right to representation by counsel of his choosing.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted removal to a lien claimant, Dr. David Bresler, on the grounds that the WCJ improperly ordered him to appear with a specific attorney. The WCAB found this order violated Code of Civil Procedure section 284, as it interfered with Dr. Bresler's right to choose his own representative. The Board rescinded the WCJ's order, affirming the lien claimant's right to representation by counsel of his choosing.
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