FINRA arbitration

The basics of arbitration of disputes with broker-dealers and financial advisors, plus some pro tips from an industry insider

Jon Furgison

From Issue: 2020 November

Ethical standards for neutral and party-appointed arbitrators

Most PI arbitrations are conducted before a single neutral arbitrator, whereas predispute arbitration agreements require a panel of three neutral arbitrators; the ethical standards are different

Michael S. Fields

From Issue: 2020 November

Discovery aimed at defeating an arbitration clause in employment cases

Seeking pre-hearing discovery relating to a defendant’s motion to compel arbitration could make the difference in keeping your client’s claims in court

Erin M. Kelly

From Issue: 2023 October

Consumer agency proposes rule to highlight corporate arbitration-clause abuses

Also: Florida enacts broad tort reform package

Linda A. Lipsen

From Issue: 2023 May

Common and avoidable pitfalls in arbitration

A look at who decides arbitrability, common ethical issues, notice, motions, discovery and the hearing

Justin Hoyt

From Issue: 2019 August

Availability of injunctive relief in arbitration

The extent to which California arbitrators have the power to grant injunctive relief

Lindsey Bayman

From Issue: 2023 September

Federal Arbitration Act basics: A quick look at the federal act that dominates many arbitrations

An explanation of the act’s 16 sections with relevant cases

Michael S. Fields

From Issue: 2024 September

Effective arbitration advocacy – attorney control

A quick-read refresher course on arbitration preparation and success

Joe Hilberman (Ret.)
Andrea Niven

From Issue: 2024 September

Customize your arbitration by comparing arbitration provider rules

JAMS, AAA and ADR Services: The language of rules that might warrant consideration in specific situations

Leonard S. Levy

From Issue: 2022 September

Compelling arbitration

Explore the nuts and bolts of compelling a contractual arbitration, with a discussion of some nuances

Mark Kramer

From Issue: 2020 November

Avoiding arbitration costs and arbitrator fees

Must the consumer pay for required arbitration? A guide to the Code of Civil Procedure section 1284.3, subd. (b)(1)

Michael S. Fields

From Issue: 2017 April

Arbitrator disclosure requirements, failures, and disqualifications

An arbitrator’s disclosure failures may cause a judicial revocation of an award

Tricia Bigelow

From Issue: 2023 September