The Arbitration Hearing Similar to a court trial, each side can call witnesses, introduce documents, and cross-examine the other side's witnesses. The arbitrator listens to the evidence and arguments from both sides but usually in a less formal setting than a courtroom.
Median Duration of International Arbitration The median durations above range from 11.7 months to 22 months. The average of the median durations is about 15 months. Note the figures above do not account for small differences in calculation methodologies.
Arbitration is similar to going to court, but faster, cheaper and less complex than litigation. If the case settles, an arbitration will last around one year. If the case goes to hearing, an arbitration typically takes 16 months.
Compulsory Arbitration is a mandatory program for disputes valued under $50,000. A court-appointed arbitrator reviews the case to decide a just resolution and award.
Arbitration is similar to going to court, but faster, cheaper and less complex than litigation. If the case settles, an arbitration will last around one year. If the case goes to hearing, an arbitration typically takes 16 months.
Arbitrations under the AIAC Fast Track Arbitration Rules must be completed within a maximum of 160 days whereas arbitrations under the AIAC Arbitration Rules are estimated to take between a year (365 days) and a year and a half (547 days) to be completed.
Always get straight to the merits without berating the other side or whining about how badly it has treated you. Another threat to your credibility is the “kitchen sink” arbitration demand or a response that includes numerous claims or defenses that have little chance of succeeding.
How to prepare and present a labor arbitration case Conduct a comprehensive investigation. Collect relevant documents. Study the contract to find clauses that directly or indirectly affect the dispute. Talk to anyone who might be able to help provide a full picture of the case, providing a strong factual foundation.
After the opening statement, the claimants present evidence, that is, the details of their case. For example, they present witnesses and introduce any relevant documents. If the arbitrators did not swear a witness in at the beginning of a hearing, they will administer the oath before that person testifies.