62-2-20. Appeal.
Within fifteen days after receiving the decision by the department, any party may appeal the decision to the secretary of labor and regulation. The secretary of labor and regulation may on the secretary's own motion affirm, modify, or set aside any decision on the basis of the evidence previously submitted in the case or the secretary may direct the taking of additional evidence. The secretary shall promptly notify the interested parties of the secretary's findings and decision. Any decision of the secretary is the final decision of the department. Any final decision of the department may be appealed as provided in chapter 1-26.
Source: SL 2006, ch 271, §9; SL 2011, ch 1 (Ex. Ord. 11-1), §33, eff. Apr. 12, 2011.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 62 - Workers' Compensation
Chapter 02 - Administration Of Title
Section 62-2-5 - Enforcement of title--Rules promulgation.
Section 62-2-6 - Investigations--Subpoena of witnesses and records.
Section 62-2-10.1 - Contents of advisory council annual report.
Section 62-2-11 - Posting safety information.
Section 62-2-12 - Small claims procedure for medical expense claims.
Section 62-2-13 - Promulgation of rules regarding small claims procedure.
Section 62-2-14 - Initiation of claim.
Section 62-2-15 - Notice to party claimed against.
Section 62-2-16 - Setoff or counterclaim.
Section 62-2-19 - Release and disclosure of medical records.
Section 62-2-21 - Representation by counsel or agent--Fee for services.