(1) The ALJ may only consider admitted evidence to decide the case.

(2) Admission of evidence is based upon the reasonable person standard. This standard means evidence that a reasonable person would rely on in making a decision.

(3) The ALJ may admit and consider hearsay evidence. Hearsay is a statement made outside of the hearing used to prove the truth of what is in the statement. The ALJ may only base a finding on hearsay evidence if the ALJ finds that the parties had the opportunity to question or contradict it.

(4) The ALJ may reject evidence, if it:

(a) Is not relevant;

(b) Repeats evidence already admitted; or

(c) Is from a privileged communication protected by law.

(5) The ALJ must reject evidence if required by law.

(6) The ALJ decides:

(a) What evidence is more credible if evidence conflicts; and

(b) The weight given to the evidence.