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Case No. ADJ7673518, ADJ7647749
Regular
Jan 23, 2015

ANA DE AYALA vs. AO-THE UNIVERSITY CORPORATION / CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY NORTHRIDGE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and reversed a prior ruling, finding the applicant sustained industrial injury to her neck. While the applicant testified to injuring her neck in a workplace incident and this was partially corroborated, the Board found insufficient evidence for other claimed injuries. The Board specifically disagreed with the administrative law judge's credibility assessment concerning the neck injury itself, relying on medical reports and testimony supporting the neck injury claim. The Board affirmed the denial of claims for all other alleged injuries, finding insufficient medical evidence to link them to the incident.

Petition for ReconsiderationFindings and OrderIndustrial InjuryNeck InjuryBack InjurySpine InjuryUpper ExtremitiesPsycheGastroesophageal SystemInternal System
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Case No. ADJ14382634
Regular
Nov 04, 2025

ENRIQUE SANCHEZ vs. SAFEWAY, SEDGWICK CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Applicant Enrique Sanchez filed a petition for removal from a WCJ's order of continuance, arguing that discovery was incomplete. The defendant, Safeway, responded, and the WCJ recommended dismissing the petition. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reviewed the arguments and determined that removal is an extraordinary remedy. The Board found no substantial prejudice or irreparable harm to the applicant, concluding that reconsideration would be an adequate remedy if necessary. Consequently, the Board denied the petition for removal.

Petition for RemovalWCABOrder of ContinuanceDiscoveryWCJ ReportSubstantial PrejudiceIrreparable HarmReconsiderationAdmitted EvidenceSubstantial Evidence
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Case No. ADJ7848295
Regular
Apr 10, 2012

RAMONA BURTON vs. LONG BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted removal and dismissed reconsideration of a WCJ's order. The WCJ had improperly taken the case off calendar and allowed discovery to reopen for a new psychiatric injury claim, despite the applicant filing a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed indicating trial readiness. This prejudiced the defendant by allowing the applicant to develop evidence for an unclaimed injury after discovery closure. The Board ordered discovery closed as of the original Mandatory Settlement Conference date and returned the case to trial level for a new MSC to prepare for trial.

Petition for RemovalPetition for ReconsiderationMandatory Settlement ConferenceDeclaration of Readiness to ProceedInjury to PsychePanel Qualified Medical EvaluatorPermanent and Stationary StatusReopened DiscoveryClosure of DiscoveryInterlocutory Orders
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Case No. ADJ18504272
Regular
Sep 19, 2025

MIRELLA VELIZ vs. PACIFIC AVIATION CORPORATION, STARR INDEMNITY AND LIABILITY, administered by SEDGWICK

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) denied Mirella Veliz's petition for removal from an order setting the matter for trial. Veliz argued that discovery was incomplete and the defendant's readiness for trial declaration was defective. The WCAB found that removal is an extraordinary remedy requiring a showing of substantial prejudice or irreparable harm, which was not demonstrated here. The Board noted that parties can address discovery issues and present all evidence and arguments at trial.

Petition for RemovalWCJ OrderDiscovery CompletionDeclaration of ReadinessSubstantial PrejudiceIrreparable HarmReconsiderationAdmitted EvidenceSubstantial EvidenceComplete Record
References
Case No. ADJ8809588
Regular
Oct 10, 2013

**SHARON SNOW,** vs. **WEST COAST COSMETIC MEDICAL; TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY COMPANY OF AMERICA,**

This case involves a defendant's petition for removal after the trial judge ordered the case to trial and closed discovery. The defendant argues insufficient opportunity to conduct discovery, citing the applicant's cancellation of a deposition due to a perceived discrimination claim that was not formally filed. The Appeals Board granted removal, finding good cause to reopen discovery. The matter is returned to the trial level for a priority conference to ensure complete discovery before proceeding to trial.

Petition for RemovalDeclaration of Readiness to ProceedDeposition CancellationLabor Code section 132aDiscovery CompletionIndustrial InjuryPsyche InjuryDigestive System InjuryExilis TechnicianMedical Report
References
Case No. ADJ845033 (VNO 0407336) ADJ1911914 (VNO 0412063) ADJ1461680 (VNO 0338656) ADJ2866384 (VNO 0338654) ADJ451885 (MON 0224886) ADJ1364506 (VNO 0407335) ADJ2640142 (VNO 0407334) ADJ1480083 (MON 0264343)
Regular
Apr 04, 2012

DONALD RENETZKY vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND

This case involves a defendant's petition for removal concerning potential discovery closure under Labor Code section 5502(e)(3). The defendant argues prejudice due to unresolved discovery issues related to applicant's home health care services claim, particularly regarding an increase in prescribed hours. The Appeals Board granted removal, deeming the prior conference a status/discovery conference. This allows for completion of discovery to facilitate a just resolution and prevent prejudice to the defendant.

Petition for RemovalDiscovery ClosureLabor Code Section 5502(e)(3)Pretrial Conference StatementMandatory Settlement ConferenceHome Health Care ServicesAgreed Medical ExaminerTreating PhysicianHome Health Care EvaluatorDeposition
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Case No. ADJ8517731
Regular
Jul 23, 2013

BLANCA CALDERON vs. CPS SECURITY SOLUTIONS

The Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for removal, upholding the WCJ's denial of a medical records release form because the defendant conceded they had not yet been prejudiced and had received records via subpoena. The Board also found the defendant's discovery requests regarding a prior sexual harassment lawsuit too vague to compel and noted that specific facts demonstrating good cause under Labor Code section 3208.4 would be required for discovery related to sexual conduct. The case was remanded for a priority conference, where the defendant must present a comprehensive discovery plan, and the WCJ will issue appropriate discovery orders.

Petition for RemovalRelease of Medical RecordsLabor Code section 3208.4Sexual Harassment LitigationDiscoveryMandatory Settlement ConferencePriority ConferenceWCJAppeals BoardIrreparable Harm
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Case No. ADJ394468 (OAK 0325496)
Regular
Apr 26, 2018

Maria Padilla vs. IN-HOME SUPPORT SERVICES, YORK, RISK SERVICES GROUP

Applicant Maria Padilla petitioned for removal after a WCJ's discovery order allegedly closed discovery, denying her due process. The WCJ recommended granting removal, clarifying that discovery was intended to be stayed, not closed. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the order closing discovery, and returned the case to the WCJ for further proceedings. This decision ensures further discovery can be properly considered based on the WCJ's clarified intent.

Petition for RemovalDiscovery OrderWCJDue ProcessStay DiscoveryReport and RecommendationRescind OrderDecision After RemovalWorkers' Compensation Appeals Board
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Case No. ADJ9060378
Regular
Apr 21, 2014

MELISSA OVERTON vs. THE PAPER BAG PRINCESS, HARTFORD INSURANCE COMPANY

This case concerns a dispute over applicant Melissa Overton's deposition, specifically regarding the presence of an employer representative and videotaping. A WCJ vacated a prior submission order to compel a psychiatric evaluation to assess the applicant's fitness for deposition under those conditions. The defendant sought removal, arguing the WCJ erred in vacating submission and ordering further discovery. The Appeals Board granted removal, rescinded the WCJ's order and submission order, and returned the case for reassignment to a new WCJ to resolve the discovery dispute.

Petition for RemovalOrder Vacating SubmissionFurther DiscoveryProtective OrdersDeposition LocationEmployer RepresentativePsychiatric EvaluationIndustrial InjuryCumulative TraumaWCJ Reassignment
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Case No. ADJ8664704
Regular
Sep 02, 2013

SYLVIA THOMAS vs. TARZANA TREATMENT CENTERS, ADMINSURE

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the defendant's Petition for Removal, rescinding the prior order that took the case off calendar. The Appeals Board agreed that the June 18, 2013 hearing was a priority conference and should not have been removed from the calendar without further proceedings. The case is now returned to the trial level to be rescheduled for a priority conference and subsequent trial once discovery is complete.

Petition for RemovalOrder RescindedReturned to Trial LevelPriority ConferenceOff CalendarDiscovery CompleteWorkers' Compensation Appeals BoardWCJ Report and RecommendationPermissibly Self-InsuredAdminSure
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