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This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involved a petition for removal that was denied. The Board affirmed the administrative law judge's report, which determined that the Division of Workers' Compensation has discretion to calendar hearings at any district office based on budgetary and resource limitations. The Board cited statutory authority and regulations allowing for this flexibility, even when venue is established. Furthermore, the availability of telephonic appearances through CourtCall was highlighted as an accommodation for applicants facing travel difficulties.
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This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involved a petition for removal that was denied. The Board affirmed the administrative law judge's report, which determined that the Division of Workers' Compensation has discretion to calendar hearings at any district office based on budgetary and resource limitations. The Board cited statutory authority and regulations allowing for this flexibility, even when venue is established. Furthermore, the availability of telephonic appearances through CourtCall was highlighted as an accommodation for applicants facing travel difficulties.
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