§ 12.101 Functions and responsibilities of the Administrative Judge.

The Administrative Judge shall be responsible for the fair and orderly conduct of the proceeding and shall have the authority: (a) To rule upon discovery-related motions, and to take such action pursuant to § 12.35 as is appropriate if a party fails to comply with a discovery order; (b) To issue orders for the production of documents and tangible things and orders for written testimony, as provided in § 12.34; (c) To issue subpoenas pursuant to § 12.34 and § 12.36; (d) To issue orders of default for good cause shown against any party who fails to participate in the proceeding, or to comply with any provisions of these rules; (e) To receive submissions of proof; (f) Make the final decision in accordance with § 12.106 of these rules; and (g) Issue such orders as are necessary and appropriate to effectuate the orderly conduct of the proceeding.