47:03:01:11Prehearing conferences.
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In any action, the Division of Labor and Management may in its discretion direct the attorneys for the parties and any unrepresented parties to appear by telephonic conference before a hearing for such purposes as the following: (1) Expediting the disposition of the petition for hearing; (2) Not allowing the case to become protracted; (3) Requiring thorough preparation; and (4) Facilitating settlement.
Source: 19 SDR 8, effective July 29, 1992.