R994-508-106. Notice of the Hearing

(1) All interested parties will be notified by mail, at least seven days prior to the hearing, of:

(a) the time and place of the hearing;

(b) the right to be represented at the hearing;

(c) the legal issues to be considered at the hearing;

(d) the procedure for submitting written documents;

(e) the consequences of not participating;

(f) the procedures and limitations for requesting a continuance or rescheduling; and

(g) the procedure for requesting an interpreter for the hearing, if necessary.

(2) When a new issue arises during the hearing, advance written notice may be waived by the parties after a full explanation by the ALJ of the issues and potential consequences.

(3) It is the responsibility of a party to notify and make arrangements for the participation of the party's representative and/or witnesses, if any.

(4) If a party has designated a person or professional organization as its agent, notice will be sent to the agent which will satisfy the requirement to give notice to the party.