If two or more cases involve the same or substantially similar issues or if joint presentation of the evidence or legal arguments would be economical, a written order of consolidation may be issued by the court either on its own motion or on a motion by one or more parties. If cases are consolidated, orders may be issued by the court in a consolidated format. In the absence of a formal written order of consolidation, individual cases shall be deemed separate, unconsoli-dated matters.
Kan. Admin. Regs. § 94-5-14