The parties shall be prepared to present all of their evidence at the scheduled hearing. Continuances are disfavored. The Administrative Law Judge may continue a hearing for further proceedings. If a continuance is granted, the Administrative Law Judge shall state the specific reason for the continuance. A continuance may be granted:

1. (1) If circumstances, including the time allocated for the scheduled hearing, prevent all parties from presenting their evidence and argument;
2. (2) Upon a showing of due diligence, as described in OAR 438-006-0081(2), if necessary to afford reasonable opportunity to cross-examine on documentary medical or vocational evidence;
3. (3) Upon a showing of due diligence, as described in OAR 438-006-0081(2), if necessary to afford reasonable opportunity for the party bearing the burden of proof to obtain and present final rebuttal evidence;
4. (4) Upon motion of an adverse party, if that party is surprised and prejudiced by a new issue raised during a hearing; or
5. (5) For any reason that would justify postponement of a scheduled hearing under OAR 438-006-0081.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 656.283(4) & 656.726(5)

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 656.307 & 656.726(5)

History

WCB 1-2003, f. 2-21-03, cert. ef. 5-1-03
WCB 2-1989, f. 3-3-89, ef. 4-1-89
WCB 5-1987, f. 12-18-87, ef. 1-1-88
WCB 3-1987(Temp), f. 8-27-87, cert. ef. 9-15-87