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Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers

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work_legal/administrative_law_judges_adjudicators_and_hearing_officers

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Children

14

Child Nodes (14)

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Determine existence and amount of liability according to current laws, administrative and judicial precedents, and available evidence.

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Monitor and direct the activities of trials and hearings to ensure that they are conducted fairly and that courts administer justice while safeguarding the legal rights of all involved parties.

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Prepare written opinions and decisions.

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Authorize payment of valid claims and determine method of payment.

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Conduct hearings to review and decide claims regarding issues, such as social program eligibility, environmental protection, or enforcement of health and safety regulations.

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Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for hearings and to determine conclusions.

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Review and evaluate data on documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.

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Recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements according to laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions.

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Rule on exceptions, motions, and admissibility of evidence.

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Explain to claimants how they can appeal rulings that go against them.

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Confer with individuals or organizations involved in cases to obtain relevant information.

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Issue subpoenas and administer oaths in preparation for formal hearings.

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Schedule hearings.

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Conduct studies of appeals procedures in field agencies to ensure adherence to legal requirements and to facilitate determination of cases.