Substantial discovery has been requested of several participants. Some participants have raised multiple objections to requests for information. Unfortunately, the participants have been unable to settle their discovery disputes. The Administrative Law Judge has adopted a schedule for participants to file arguments on discovery issues. The process of resolving those issues will make it impossible to complete consideration of this case during the initial five-month suspension period.
Additional time is needed.
Smith Commissioner A party may request rehearing or reconsideration of this order pursuant to ORS 756.561. A request for rehearing or reconsideration must be filed with the Commission within 60 days of the date of service of this order. A party may appeal this order to a court pursuant to ORS 756.580.