| | HHS - DAB -- Appellate Division -- Practice Manual FAQ |
 | | The DAB does not have a rule specifying a limitation on the length of briefs filed before it, but you should try to present all the points you think are important in as concise a form as possible. |
 | | After the hearing, the DAB will generally issue a short summary decision (like a bench ruling) as soon as the panel is able to meet and reach agreement, followed by a decision containing a full articulation of the rationale supporting the conclusion announced in its summary decision. |
 | | Also, the DAB has held proceedings with elements of both a conference and an evidentiary hearing; part of the proceeding is used for the more formal presentation of witnesses and part is more informal with the counsel and the other participants responding to questions from the Board member(s) in a discussion format. |
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