| SB 0266 | Requires Administrative Law Judges To Accept Settlements In Certain Circumstances |
| Sponsor: | Graves | |||
| LR Number: | S1001.03I | Fiscal Note: | 1001-03 | |
| Committee: | Labor and Industrial Relations | |||
| Last Action: | 02/11/97 - Hearing Conducted S Labor & Industrial Relations Com. | Journal page: | ||
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| Effective Date: | August 28, 1997 | |||
SB 266 - This act would require administrative law judges (ALJs) to accept settlements between the employer and employee if the settlement amount equals or exceeds the physician's rating.
This act also would prohibit ALJs, legal advisors and workers' compensation division employees from referring claimants to any attorney, physician or other provider.
If a party is unrepresented, ALJs are required to explain
their rights as unrepresented parties before approving the
settlement.
MARGARET TOALSON