r 49.02
In forceAbsence of party
Part 2Offers of compromise
49.02 Absence of party
(1)
If, when the hearing of a proceeding is called on, any party is absent, the Court may—
(a)
order that the hearing be not had unless the proceeding is again fixed for hearing, or unless such other steps are taken as the Court directs; or
(b)
proceed with the hearing generally or so far as concerns any claim for relief in the proceeding; or
(c)
adjourn the hearing.
(2)
The Court may set aside or vary any order obtained if a party is absent at the hearing.
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