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A fresh look at all evidence without deferring to prior decisions, sometimes conducted by ALJ on appeals.

An ALJ's or an agency’s order sending a case back to the original decision-maker for further action or reconsideration.

A meeting managed by an ALJ to set the timetable and to simplify issues before a hearing.

A decision made by an ALJ without a hearing, typically used when there's no dispute over facts.

Administrative Law Judge, presides over federal administrative hearings, making decisions on regulatory and benefits claims disputes.

The conclusive decision by an ALJ or agency head following an initial decision and any appeals.

The first decision rendered by an ALJ in an administrative dispute, subject to appeal within the agency.

Evidence given under oath during an administrative hearing, regulated by an ALJ to ensure veracity.

A specialist in a particular field asked to provide technical or scientific information to an ALJ during a hearing.

The process through which courts review and, if necessary, overturn administrative decisions made by ALJs.

A formal proceeding before an ALJ involving evidence and argument, often relating to regulatory compliance or benefits claims.

Pre-hearing process where parties can obtain evidence from each other; overseen by an ALJ to ensure fairness.

Prohibited private communication with an ALJ about a case outside the presence of all parties to the case.

The authority of an ALJ to compel witnesses to appear and produce evidence at a hearing.