015-4 Wyo. Code R. §§ 4-10 - Order of Presentation of Evidence

(a) At the time set for hearing, the Claimant submitting the case for review shall be present, personally, unless his presence is waived by all HCPs or excused upon a timely request stating the reasons therefore. The Claimant or his counsel shall make a brief introduction of his case, including a summary of the facts constituting the alleged professional malpractice which he is prepared to prove. The HCP against whom the claim is brought shall be present unless his presence is waived by the Claimant or excused upon a-timely request stating the reasons therefore. He or his counsel may make an introductory statement of his case.

(b) Claimant shall proceed first with his case, followed by the HCP. Both parties may call witnesses to testify, who shall be subject to cross examination. Medical tests, journals and other documents evidence relied upon by either party may be offered and admitted, if relevant, and if submitted in a timely manner. Written statements of fact by treating HCPs or Claimants may be reviewed.

(c) The hearing will be confidential and informal, and the panel shall retain a record of the hearing. The Wyoming Rules of Evidence shall not apply to hearings before the panel; however, irrelevant, immaterial or unduly repetitious evidence may be excluded by the hearing officer.

(d) All members of the panel shall have the right to examine the parties and witnesses.

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015-4 Wyo. Code R. §§ 4-10