In arbitration, a neutral third party serves as a judge who is responsible for resolving the dispute. The arbitrator listens as each side argues its case and presents relevant evidence, then renders a binding decision.
A claimant will typically start arbitration by sending a document known as a “request for arbitration” or a “notice to arbitrate” to its opponent.
Arbitration is a procedure in which a dispute is submitted, by agreement of the parties, to one or more arbitrators who make a binding decision on the dispute. In choosing arbitration, the parties opt for a private dispute resolution procedure instead of going to court.
Arbitration often involves a binding agreement and occurs when an arbitrator, often a lawyer, applies law and facts to the case resulting in a reward or solution. Mediation, which is non-binding, involves a mediator assisting both parties with communication, in hopes of coming to a shared agreement.
Advantages Efficient and Flexible: Quicker Resolution, Easier to schedule. Less Complicated: Simplified rules of evidence and procedure. Privacy: Keep it out of the public eye. Impartiality: Choosing the “judge” ... Usually less expensive. Finality: The end of the dispute. For employers, class action waiver.
Arbitration In arbitration, a neutral third party serves as a judge who is responsible for resolving the dispute. The arbitrator listens as each side argues its case and presents relevant evidence, then renders a binding decision.
Arbitration is an ADR process where the parties present arguments and evidence to an independent third party, the arbitrator, who makes a determination. Arbitration is particularly useful where the subject matter is highly technical, or where the parties seek greater confidentiality than in an open court.