Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 1103.523

  • Discovery: Lawyers' examination, before trial, of facts and documents in possession of the opponents to help the lawyers prepare for trial.
  • Service of process: The service of writs or summonses to the appropriate party.

The administrative law judge may award reasonable costs to the board on a request for and proof of the costs if the respondent fails to appear for the hearing under § 1103.510, including any costs:
(1) charged by the State Office of Administrative Hearings; and
(2) related to the preparation for the hearing, including costs of discovery, depositions, subpoenas, service of process, witness expenses, travel expenses, and investigation expenses.