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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's Petition for Removal and rescinded the prior order denying dismissal. The Board found the applicant's attorney had failed to demonstrate contact with the applicant or compliance with discovery orders for two years. The case is returned to the trial level for a Notice of Intention to Dismiss, unless the applicant clearly indicates intent to proceed. Failure to show good cause will result in dismissal.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's Petition for Removal and rescinded the prior order denying dismissal. The Board found the applicant's attorney had failed to demonstrate contact with the applicant or compliance with discovery orders for two years. The case is returned to the trial level for a Notice of Intention to Dismiss, unless the applicant clearly indicates intent to proceed. Failure to show good cause will result in dismissal.
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