1. If there are individuals who have information which is
important and relevant to your case, you may ask them to testify at the
hearing. The witnesses must have first hand knowledge about information that is
relevant to your case.
2. Make sure you inform the witnesses of the date, time and
place for the hearing.
3. Advise the ALJ if you will be presenting witnesses. Provide
the ALJ with the name and address of each person who will be testifying. Also,
provide that person’s title if they work(ed) for your business.
4. You may ask the ALJ to issue a subpoena to compel the
attendance of a witness. At least 20 days prior to the hearing, submit your
request to the ALJ with the name and address for the witness as well as a
summary of the information you believe that individual will testify to. You
must arrange for service of the subpoena on the witness.