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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal filed by Equity Office Properties Trust. The defendant sought to rescind an order continuing the case and allowing applicant discovery, arguing irreparable harm from further costs and delays. The Board found no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm to the defendant, adopting the WCJ's reasoning for the continuance to obtain a qualified medical evaluator report.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied a petition for removal filed by Equity Office Properties Trust. The defendant sought to rescind an order continuing the case and allowing applicant discovery, arguing irreparable harm from further costs and delays. The Board found no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm to the defendant, adopting the WCJ's reasoning for the continuance to obtain a qualified medical evaluator report.
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