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Hearing The Hearing is a formal proceeding held before an administrative judge who presided at the Conference. Rules of evidence will apply and sworn testimony is taken. Witnesses are called and cross-examined by the opposing party. A stenographer records the proceedings. The judge may continue to gather information after the Hearing.
The Decision at a Hearing can be appealed to the Reviewing Board by either party. The Appeal to the Reviewing Board must be filed within 30 days of the issuance of the Hearing Decision. There is a fee equal to 30 percent of the State Average Weekly Wage (at the time ofthe appeal) to appeal a Hearing decision.
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