gargoyle
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Post by gargoyle on Nov 2, 2020 13:34:47 GMT -5
"Later this month, in order to increase our capacity to serve claimants via OVH, we will begin scheduling OVH hearings for non-management ALJs as well."
"We will continue to offer claimants telephone hearings in addition to OVH for the foreseeable future . . . ."
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Post by nylawyer on Nov 2, 2020 13:51:57 GMT -5
No mention of training, so it would appear that for most the first time they will use the technology will be during hearings.
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gargoyle
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Post by gargoyle on Nov 2, 2020 13:57:45 GMT -5
"Of course, all ALJs will receive necessary training before conducting any OVH hearings. Once you see the technology and the ease of interaction it allows with claimants and representatives, I believe you will be just as excited as I am about this innovative opportunity to serve the public while continuing to keep one another safe."
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Post by nylawyer on Nov 2, 2020 14:08:32 GMT -5
Ok, reacted too quickly. Rather than delete my original post I will leave it as an object lesson.
Having said that, clearly the training will be brief. I hope the video hearings will be rolled out slowly, because I still can't get through a day of phone hearings without problems.
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Post by Thomas fka Lance on Nov 2, 2020 14:22:13 GMT -5
How about this?
We first get the current technology to work consistently before we add more?
Just a random Monday afternoon thought
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Post by tripper on Nov 2, 2020 14:24:36 GMT -5
I see this as good news, in that TPTB aren’t going to rush us back into the offices.
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Post by barkley on Nov 2, 2020 14:59:32 GMT -5
I am all for not fully opening offices yet, but if I am required to do video hearings, I wish I could go into the office and use their Internet. I have enough trouble with crappy connections over the phone.
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Post by jagvet on Nov 2, 2020 15:10:45 GMT -5
It's a trap. When claimant successfully signs on, it's an automatic Step 5 UNF.
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Post by bowser on Nov 2, 2020 15:41:22 GMT -5
I agree entirely.
And I wish they would tone down the over-the-top enthusiasm.
"Results have been fantastic... Claimants and representatives have appeared from locations of their choosing via smartphones, tablets, and laptops. ... Once you see the technology and the ease of interaction it allows with claimants and representatives, I am sure you will be just as excited as I am about this innovative opportunity... "
Surely I am not the only ALJ who has requested that claimants and reps NOT use speakerphone during telephone hearings. Now we are REQUIRING that they ALL use speakerphone? Yeah - that sounds "fantastic"!
Show of hands - how many ALJs think looking up a claimant's nose as they call in from their car will greatly enhance things?
Maybe tone down the ridiculous cheerleading and just say, "We are doing the best we can. We think this will be workable, but expect it to be a work in progress for some time. Thank you all for your efforts."
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Post by jagvet on Nov 2, 2020 15:46:03 GMT -5
I'm not worried about noses. My PCP said he was asked to look at hemorrhoids on a telemedicine call.
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Post by hamster on Nov 2, 2020 16:10:40 GMT -5
It's a trap. When claimant successfully signs on, it's an automatic Step 5 UNF. LOL! |
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Post by hamster on Nov 2, 2020 16:18:25 GMT -5
I'm not worried about noses. My PCP said he was asked to look at hemorrhoids on a telemedicine call. I had a claimant who brought in a ziploc of excrement once. He wanted to submit tangible proof that he had chronic diarrhea. I declined to admit the exhibit. Respectfully, Hamster |
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Post by Thomas fka Lance on Nov 2, 2020 17:15:27 GMT -5
How about this? We first get the current technology to work consistently before we add more? Just a random Monday afternoon thought As the entire system comes to a screeching halt... |
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Post by hamster on Nov 2, 2020 17:28:31 GMT -5
There were some typos in the email, too. Irregardless of the technology issues, video’s are the waive of the future.
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Post by ssaogc on Nov 2, 2020 19:36:01 GMT -5
I am no longer retiring. Buying an RV, gonna get satellite WiFi and will do these hearings from an undisclosed location(s)!
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Post by nylawyer on Nov 2, 2020 19:39:02 GMT -5
I am no longer retiring. Buying an RV, gonna get satellite WiFi and will do these hearings from an undisclosed location(s)! Just make sure the undisclosed location is within 2 hours of HO |
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Post by ssaogc on Nov 2, 2020 19:40:26 GMT -5
I am no longer retiring. Buying an RV, gonna get satellite WiFi and will do these hearings from an undisclosed location(s)! Just make sure the undisclosed location is within 2 hours of HO When was the last time someone was recalled to the office? I have never heard of that ever happening. |
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Post by nylawyer on Nov 2, 2020 20:50:42 GMT -5
Just make sure the undisclosed location is within 2 hours of HO When was the last time someone was recalled to the office? I have never heard of that ever happening. I've never heard of it either. I nonetheless spent 2 years flying 15-20 hours per week between my home and my HO. |
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Post by jagvet on Nov 2, 2020 21:50:40 GMT -5
I am no longer retiring. Buying an RV, gonna get satellite WiFi and will do these hearings from an undisclosed location(s)! Great idea. I may do likewise from Bora Bora. |
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Post by rp on Nov 3, 2020 8:54:45 GMT -5
I am no longer retiring. Buying an RV, gonna get satellite WiFi and will do these hearings from an undisclosed location(s)! Now that is the way to effectuate a transfer! |
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