1. COMMON MISTAKES WHEN DEALING WITH PSC Failure to read applicable statutes and regulations Failure to review/follow Filings Checklists Inadequate Planning – Failing to provide agency with adequate time No attorney/clueless attorney Assuming PSC knows the relevant facts

2. COMMON MISTAKES WHEN DEALING WITH PSC Failure to provide 10 copies of filing Failure to give proper notice to PSC/public Failure to research before filing Failure to explain the need for requested relief and provide supporting documents Assuming that the PSC Staff is working on the case Failure to submit information in a readily accessible format

3. COMMON MISTAKES WHEN DEALING WITH PSC No signature on tariff sheets Failure to Redact Confidential Info Assuming that requested relief is unopposed Materials filed with DOW do not need to be filed with PSC Materials previously filed with PSC do not need to be filed again

4. STEPS TO REDUCE PSC REVIEW TIME Research Before Filing Speak with PSC Staff Before Filing Provide a Thorough/Complete Application –Signed –Correct Number of Copies –Info Required By Regulation/Statute –Info PSC has requested in prior cases –Materials/Narrative to Explain & Give Context

5. STEPS TO REDUCE PSC REVIEW TIME File Early Enough to Provide Reasonable Time for Review Make Your Timing Requirements Known Ascertain AG’s Position Request Informal Staff Review Before Filing Anticipate Problems/Objections and address in Application

6. STEPS TO REDUCE PSC REVIEW TIME Get Your Attorney Involved/Jointly Review Filing For Problems/Potential Embarrassments Follow-up with PSC Staff & Executive Director Place an effective date on tariff sheet