If there are multiple adjudicative proceedings involving common issues, the department or a party may notify the presiding officer of the common issues and request consolidation of the actions. If no other party objects, the presiding officer shall consolidate the proceedings. If another party objects, the presiding officer, in his or her discretion, may consolidate the proceedings.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
43.320.040 and
34.05.250. WSR 96-11-035, § 208-08-100, filed 5/6/96, effective 6/6/96.]