What is an Administrative Hearing?
A hearing is a formal legal proceeding where an administrative law judge decides what benefits, if any, must be paid, and decides any other issues. All parties may present evidence, including documents and sworn testimony of witnesses. A court reporter makes a record of the hearing. There is no jury. There is no charge for the hearing. Your failure to attend may result in an unfavorable decision, a delay in a decision on your claim, or the dismissal of your claim. To request a hearing, you must file an Application for Hearing with the Office of Administrative Courts and send a copy to the insurance company. You may request this form by calling the Adjudication Docket. If you qualify for an expedited hearing, your hearing will be scheduled within 45 days of the date of the application. All other hearings are scheduled within 80-100 days. Office of Administrative Courts has two docket offices, one in Denver and one in Grand Junction. You may ask for a hearing in Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Durango, Fort Collins, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Greeley or Pueblo. Call the Office of Administrative Courts docket section for current information on locations.
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