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Chapter 4.5. Division of Workers' Compensation
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§ 10748. Continuances.

Requests for continuances are inconsistent with the requirement that workers' compensation proceedings be expeditious and are not favored. Continuances will be granted only upon a clear showing of good cause. Where possible, reassignment pursuant to rule 10346 shall be used to avoid continuances.
Note: Authority cited: Sections 133 and 5307, Labor Code. Reference: Article XIV, Section 4, California Constitution; and Sections 5502 and 5502.5, Labor Code.
HISTORY
1. Renumbering and amendment of former section 10548 to section 10748 filed 12-17-2019; operative 1-1-2020. Submitted to OAL for printing only pursuant to Government Code section 11351 (Register 2019, No. 51).

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