Ex Parte Interstate Truck Leasing

The defendant, Interstate Truck Leasing, requests this court to issue a writ of mandamus directing the trial court to compel the plaintiff, William E. Baughn, to submit to an examination by a physical therapist for the purpose of assessing his physical limitations and his capacity to undergo vocational rehabilitation. In order for this court to issue such a writ, Interstate Truck Leasing must prove by credible allegations, ironclad in nature, that the trial court is legally required to grant this motion. Ex parte State Health Planning Development Agency, 500 So.2d 1149 (Ala.Civ.App. 1986).

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