What if I can't attend the scheduled pre-hearing and/or hearing?

If, for some reason, a party is unable to attend the scheduled hearing day, they must contact the other party and agree to a date when both parties are available. Within 5 days of receipt of he scheduling letter, they contact the hearing officer in writing, stating why they cannot attend, and the date when both parties are available. The Hearing Officer will then rule on whether or not the hearing will be rescheduled. Unless the parties receive written confirmation from the hearing officer, they should assume the hearing is still on.