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The applicant sought to disqualify the administrative law judge (WCJ) alleging insufficient time was spent on his case and a lack of seriousness towards his injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) found the petition lacked the required formal affidavit but considered its merits. The WCAB denied the petition, holding that a party's subjective perception of bias or disagreement with rulings does not constitute legal grounds for disqualification under relevant statutes. The Board also noted the applicant's separate request for disability accommodations for an upcoming hearing.
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The applicant sought to disqualify the administrative law judge (WCJ) alleging insufficient time was spent on his case and a lack of seriousness towards his injury. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) found the petition lacked the required formal affidavit but considered its merits. The WCAB denied the petition, holding that a party's subjective perception of bias or disagreement with rulings does not constitute legal grounds for disqualification under relevant statutes. The Board also noted the applicant's separate request for disability accommodations for an upcoming hearing.
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