Minnesota Administrative Rules

5510.5250 EVIDENCE.

A.

A panel must hear all evidence that is competent, relevant, and material to the dispute.

B.

The panel may independently investigate the dispute or obtain information not presented at the hearing as the panel deems necessary for adjudicating the dispute. Unless waived by the party in writing, a party must be afforded an opportunity to examine any panel evidence and to introduce evidence rebutting panel evidence.

C.

A party must provide evidence requested under item B if the evidence is available to the party. A party's failure to produce evidence under item B is a factor when the panel makes its award.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 179.02; 179.71; 179.82; 179A.04; 179A.16; 626.892

History:

46 SR 1387

Published Electronically:

July 27, 2022