What may happen if a party waives their right to a hearing?

When a party waives their right to a hearing, it allows the director to proceed without needing to hold that hearing. This means that the director has the authority to enter an order based on the available information, evidence, or documentation submitted by the parties involved.

The flexibility in allowing the director to make a decision without a hearing streamlines the process, especially when one party has chosen not to contest or bring their case to that level. This is important in regulatory and administrative contexts, where efficiency and resolution are often prioritized. By waiving the right to a hearing, the party essentially accepts the situation as it stands or chooses to forgo further contestation of the issues at hand.