KRS 342.275: Benefit review by administrative law judge -- Determination -- Procedures

-- Deadline.

(1) The commissioner shall promptly issue notice of the assignment of the claim to an

administrative law judge, time for presentation of proof and of the time and place of

a benefit review conference. The administrative law judge may confer informally

with the parties for the purpose of defining and narrowing the issues, discussing

settlement, and considering other relevant matters that may aid in the disposition of

the case.

(2) The administrative law judge may grant continuances or grant or deny any benefits

afforded under this chapter, including interlocutory relief, according to criteria

established in administrative regulations promulgated by the commissioner. Th e

administrative law judge shall render the award, order, or decision within sixty (60)

days following the final hearing unless extension is mutually agreed to by all

parties. The award, order, or decision, together with a statement of the findings of

fact, rulings of law, and any other matters pertinent to the question at issue shall be

filed with the record of proceedings, and a copy of the award, order, or decision

shall immediately be sent to the parties in dispute.