A member shall not discuss an issue of fact or law concerning a case or pending appeal which comes before the Commission, except with notice and opportunity for participation by all parties. This rule shall not be construed to limit a discussion that does not relate to the merits of a case, such as scheduling or procedural issues. A member shall not be limited from discussing a case at meetings with the attorney for the Commission.
02-039 C.M.R. ch. 350, § 4