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The applicant sought removal of an order taking his case off calendar at a mandatory settlement conference. The judge removed the case because the defendant disputed coverage, leaving the applicant without benefits. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding significant prejudice due to the applicant's exhausted disability benefits and lack of current support. The order taking the case off calendar was rescinded, and the matter was returned for an expedited settlement conference. Sanctions against the defendant were deferred to the trial level.
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The applicant sought removal of an order taking his case off calendar at a mandatory settlement conference. The judge removed the case because the defendant disputed coverage, leaving the applicant without benefits. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding significant prejudice due to the applicant's exhausted disability benefits and lack of current support. The order taking the case off calendar was rescinded, and the matter was returned for an expedited settlement conference. Sanctions against the defendant were deferred to the trial level.
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