(a) The arbitrator may proceed in the absence of any party or representative of a party who, after notice of the proceeding, fails to be present or to obtain a continuance.     
      (b) An arbitrator may not make an order solely on the default of a party and shall require the party who is present to submit evidence, as required by the arbitrator, before issuing an order.     
     Source Note:        The provisions of this §156.219 adopted to be effective June 17, 2015, 40 TexReg 3627