Washington Administrative Code Title 263 - Industrial Insurance Appeals, Board of
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 263 – Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals
WAC Title 263 governs the rules and procedures for the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA) in Washington State. This independent state agency hears appeals related to decisions made by:
The Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)
Self-insured employers
Crime Victims Compensation Program
Key Areas Covered Under Title 263
General Provisions (Chapter 263-12)
Rules of practice and procedure for appeals.
Definitions, filing requirements, service rules.
Standards for hearings and orders.
Electronic Filing and Service (Chapter 263-11)
Guidelines for submitting appeals and documents electronically.
Appeals Process
Filing an appeal against L&I decisions (e.g., denial of workers’ compensation).
Timeframes and documentation required.
Pre-hearing conferences and mediation.
Hearings and Evidence
Conduct of hearings before Industrial Appeals Judges.
Admissibility and presentation of evidence.
Witness testimony and subpoenas.
Board Decisions
Issuance of proposed decisions and orders.
Procedures for petitions for review and final orders.
Common Appeal Types
Workers' compensation benefits (injuries, disability ratings, etc.)
Employer citations or penalties
Crime victim benefits
Who Can File an Appeal?
Injured workers
Employers
Legal representatives
Crime victims or their families
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