Wyo. Code R. 053-0019-5
Workers' Compensation - Medical Commission
Effective Date: 06/07/1994 to 02/14/2003
Rule Type: Superceded Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 053.0019.5.06071994
Section 1. Motions. An application to the commission for an order shall be by motion which, unless made during the conduct of a hearing, shall be in writing and shall state with particularity the grounds and relief or order sought. Upon any motion to the commission, movant must notice other parties with a copy of the motion and advise them that, should they wish to contest the motion, they must file a written response serving copies on the commission and all parties within fifteen (15) days of service of the motion. The response shall set forth the party's objections to the motion. No motions shall be filed within twenty (20) days of a hearing unless otherwise allowed by these rules.
(a) Generally, motions requesting continuances or extensions of time are disfavored, yet they may be granted sparingly and only upon a showing of good cause or when necessary to assure fairness and otherwise avoid manifest injustice.
(b) Unless time does not permit, motions for a continuance of any scheduled hearing or conference shall be in writing, shall state the reasons therefore and shall be filed and served on all parties. A request for a continuance that is not in writing shall, within five days of the request, be submitted in writing and fulfill the requirements relating to the statement of reasons.
(c) Motions for an extension of time for the doing of any act prescribed or allowed by these rules or by order of the commission shall be filed and served on all parties prior to the expiration of the applicable time period.
(d) A party may request an extension of time in which to file its disclosure statement or answer.