(a) The accused chiropractor shall be given 30 days' notice in writing, containing a brief statement of the charge or charges against such chiropractor and the time when and place where such charge or charges will be heard. Such notice shall be served either personally or by mail. At least 10 days prior to the return date in said notice, the accused chiropractor shall file an answer with the Chiropractic Practice Committee, answering the charges contained therein.

(b) On the hearing of such charge or charges, the accused chiropractor shall be entitled to be represented by counsel and to cross-examine witnesses. Witnesses shall be placed under oath. A verbatim record of the proceedings shall be made.

(c) A true copy of the record of each proceeding shall be submitted to the chairman, Workers' Compensation Board, along with the report, findings and recommendation of the Chiropractic Practice Committee.