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This case concerns CIGA's challenge to a WCJ's order allowing an applicant, who relocated to Connecticut, to testify via remote deposition regarding out-of-pocket expenses for an admitted industrial injury. CIGA argued this would cause prejudice and irreparable harm. The Appeals Board denied CIGA's petition for removal, adopting the WCJ's reasoning that remote depositions are permissible under California law. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision to proceed with the applicant's deposition and consider cost reimbursement.
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This case concerns CIGA's challenge to a WCJ's order allowing an applicant, who relocated to Connecticut, to testify via remote deposition regarding out-of-pocket expenses for an admitted industrial injury. CIGA argued this would cause prejudice and irreparable harm. The Appeals Board denied CIGA's petition for removal, adopting the WCJ's reasoning that remote depositions are permissible under California law. The Board affirmed the WCJ's decision to proceed with the applicant's deposition and consider cost reimbursement.
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