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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the defendant's petition for removal. The defendant sought to remove an order vacating a trial and requiring a new QME, arguing prejudice. However, the petition was filed 45 days after the order was served, exceeding the 20-day deadline for removal. The WCAB found no sufficient justification for the delay and therefore dismissed the untimely petition.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) dismissed the defendant's petition for removal. The defendant sought to remove an order vacating a trial and requiring a new QME, arguing prejudice. However, the petition was filed 45 days after the order was served, exceeding the 20-day deadline for removal. The WCAB found no sufficient justification for the delay and therefore dismissed the untimely petition.
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