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The defendant sought reconsideration or removal of a WCJ's order directing a new psychiatric QME panel due to a perceived conflict of interest with Dr. Hank Sigal, who was associated with the defendant's prior QME. The Appeals Board dismissed the Petition for Reconsideration, finding the WCJ's order was not a final appealable decision. The Board denied the Petition for Removal, concluding the defendant failed to demonstrate the order would result in significant prejudice or irreparable harm. Consequently, the original order requiring a new QME panel stands.
KIMBERLY ROBERTS vs. CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO, INTERCARE INSURANCE SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The defendant sought reconsideration or removal of a WCJ's order directing a new psychiatric QME panel due to a perceived conflict of interest with Dr. Hank Sigal, who was associated with the defendant's prior QME. The Appeals Board dismissed the Petition for Reconsideration, finding the WCJ's order was not a final appealable decision. The Board denied the Petition for Removal, concluding the defendant failed to demonstrate the order would result in significant prejudice or irreparable harm. Consequently, the original order requiring a new QME panel stands.
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