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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the petition for reconsideration because it was taken from a non-final interlocutory order to further develop the record, which does not determine substantive rights or liabilities. The petition for removal was also denied, as the petitioner failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The WCAB adopted the judge's reasoning, emphasizing deference to credibility findings and cautioning the defense attorney for a filing error. Therefore, the petition for reconsideration is dismissed and removal is denied.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the petition for reconsideration because it was taken from a non-final interlocutory order to further develop the record, which does not determine substantive rights or liabilities. The petition for removal was also denied, as the petitioner failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The WCAB adopted the judge's reasoning, emphasizing deference to credibility findings and cautioning the defense attorney for a filing error. Therefore, the petition for reconsideration is dismissed and removal is denied.
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