Is an arbitrator’s decision final or can it be challenged?
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Is an arbitrator’s decision final or can it be challenged?
In other words, can it be appealed?
Asked on January 29, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Arbitration can be either binding or non-binding.
If the parties have agreed to binding arbitration, the arbitrator's decision is final and that ends the matter.
If the parties have agreed to non-binding arbitration, the arbitrator's ruling in the case can be challenged and the case can be taken to trial.
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