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This case involves Sunalp Laser Vision's petition for removal of an order appointing an Independent Medical Evaluator (IME). The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the petition. Removal is an extraordinary remedy requiring a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The Board found no such prejudice, as the issue could be addressed at trial, and reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if an adverse final decision issues. Therefore, the petition for removal was denied.
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This case involves Sunalp Laser Vision's petition for removal of an order appointing an Independent Medical Evaluator (IME). The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the petition. Removal is an extraordinary remedy requiring a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. The Board found no such prejudice, as the issue could be addressed at trial, and reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if an adverse final decision issues. Therefore, the petition for removal was denied.
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