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FLORIVINA VIEYRA vs. KAISER PERMANENTE, SEDGWICK CMS

The Appeals Board denied Kaiser Permanente's Petition for Removal because it failed to demonstrate substantial prejudice or irreparable harm. Removal is an extraordinary remedy rarely granted, requiring more than the possibility of an adverse reconsideration. The Board found the WCJ's analysis persuasive, concluding that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy. Kaiser Permanente and its counsel were admonished that filing a frivolous petition could result in sanctions.