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This case involves a petition for removal filed by the applicant, Christina Novak, challenging a venue change to San Francisco. The Administrative Law Judge recommended denial, citing that the applicant's residence, injury location, and employer's location were all in San Francisco, justifying the initial venue. Furthermore, the ALJ noted the petition failed to demonstrate irreparable harm, a prerequisite for removal. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board adopted the ALJ's report and denied the petition, upholding the San Francisco venue based on timely objection and applicant's circumstances.
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This case involves a petition for removal filed by the applicant, Christina Novak, challenging a venue change to San Francisco. The Administrative Law Judge recommended denial, citing that the applicant's residence, injury location, and employer's location were all in San Francisco, justifying the initial venue. Furthermore, the ALJ noted the petition failed to demonstrate irreparable harm, a prerequisite for removal. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board adopted the ALJ's report and denied the petition, upholding the San Francisco venue based on timely objection and applicant's circumstances.
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