(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 §163.219 adopted to be effective February 17, 2016, 41 TexReg 1111