423.1068—Administrative Law Judge's decision.
(a) Timing, basis and content.
As soon as practical after the close of the hearing, the ALJ issues a written decision in the case. The decision is based on the evidence of record and contains separate numbered findings of fact and conclusions of law.
(b) Notice and effect.
A copy of the decision is mailed to the parties and is binding on them unless—
(1)
A party requests review by the Departmental Appeals Board within the time period specified in 423.1076, and the Board reviews the case;
(2)
The Departmental Appeals Board denies the request for review and the party seeks judicial review by filing an action in a United States District Court or, in the case of a civil money penalty, in a United States Court of Appeals;