Failure To Answer Or Appear At Hearing -- Defaults (Rule 301)

If an applicant, petitioner, complainant or moving party fails to appear at the time and place set for hearing, the Commission may dismiss the application, petition, complaint or motion. When a properly served respondent fails to answer or otherwise respond as provided in these rules or to appear at hearing, including a show cause hearing set by the Commission, the Commission may order any relief against the respondent authorized by law. (3-31-22) 302. -- 310. (RESERVED) DECISIONS AND ORDERS (Rules 311-320)