(1) If applicable and not in conflict with this chapter, the board will apply the statutes and court rules regarding pretrial procedures and discovery used in civil cases in the state of Washington's superior courts.
(2) The board may limit or prohibit discovery on its own motion or on a motion made by any party. The board may also condition the use of discovery on a showing of necessity and the unavailability of other means. In exercising such discretion, the board will consider the criteria set forth in RCW
34.05.446.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
82.03.170. WSR 22-05-051, § 456-09-510, filed 2/9/22, effective 3/12/22; WSR 05-13-141, § 456-09-510, filed 6/21/05, effective 8/1/05; WSR 89-10-056 (Order 89-02), § 456-09-510, filed 5/2/89.]