(a) If a party objects to producing any document or information requested under Rule 13506, it must specifically identify which document or requested information it is objecting to and why. Objections must be in writing, and must be served on all other parties.

(a) Unless the parties agree otherwise, within 60 days from the date a discovery request is received, the party receiving the request must either:

(a) Requests for Documents or information

Parties may request documents or information from any party by serving a written request on the party. Requests for information are generally limited to identification of individuals, entities, and time periods related to the dispute; such requests should be reasonable in number and not require narrative answers or fact finding.

The parties must cooperate to the fullest extent practicable in the exchange of documents and information to expedite the arbitration.

(a) Motions to Dismiss Prior to Conclusion of Case in Chief

(a) Motions

(a) Prehearing conferences will not be recorded unless the panel determines otherwise, either on its own initiative or upon motion of a party.

(b) If a prehearing conference is recorded, it may be recorded using any of the methods discussed under Rule 13606.

(a) A prehearing conference may be scheduled upon the joint request of the parties or at the discretion of the Director.

(a) After the panel is appointed, the Director will schedule an Initial Prehearing Conference before the panel, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this rule.

(b) The Initial Prehearing Conference will generally be held by telephone.