- (a) Any party to a case may file answers, amendments to pleadings (as permitted by this subchapter), and motions that conform to the requirements of this subchapter. Any amendment that operates as a surprise to any other party may be allowed only upon a written motion showing no harm will result. Failure to file an answer shall in no case result in a default judgment.
- (b) The filing of motions, answers, amended pleadings, and corrected pleadings shall not be permitted to delay any hearing unless the executive director, board of trustees, or administrative law judge determines that such delay is necessary in order to prevent injustice or to protect the public interest and welfare.
Source Note:The provisions of this §43.203 adopted to be effective January 2, 2025, 49 TexReg 10651.