Note: The following constitutes the proposed
changes in this Rule. Added language appears in bold italic script, and
proposed deletions are indicated by strikeout. The changes will not go
into effect until further notice by the Industrial Commission.
Rule 607
Discovery of Records and Reports
(1) Upon written request, any party shall furnish, without
cost, the requesting party a copy of any and all medical, vocational and rehabilitation
reports, and employment records, Industrial Commission forms, and
written communications with medical providers in its possession, within thirty
30 days of the request, unless objection is made within that time period. This obligation
exists whether or not a request for hearing has been filed. This obligation is a
continuing one, and any such reports and records which come into the possession of a party
after receipt of a request pursuant to this Rule shall be provided to the requesting party
within fifteen 15 days from its receipt of these reports and records.
Upon receipt of a request, an insurer or administrator for an
employer’s workers’ compensation program shall inquire of the employer
concerning the existence of records encompassed by the request.
(2) The Amendments to this Rule are effective March 15, 1995.
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