California § 5708 - All hearings and investigations before the appeals board or a workers
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 5708 — All hearings and investigations before the appeals board or a workers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5708. All hearings and investigations before the appeals board or a workers
All hearings and investigations before the appeals board or a workersâ compensation judge are governed by this division and by the rules of practice and procedures adopted by the appeals board. In the conduct thereof they shall not be bound by the common law or statutory rules of evidence and procedure, but may make inquiry in the manner, through oral testimony and records, which is best calculated to ascertain the substantial rights of the parties and carry out justly the spirit and provisions of this division. All oral testimony, objections, and rulings shall be taken down in shorthand by a competent phonographic reporter.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5708
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5708 cover?
Section 5708 ("All hearings and investigations before the appeals board or a workers") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 5708?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 5708 apply to my situation?
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