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The decision in both proceedings is final and binding on the parties (depending on any applicable appeal, set aside, or challenge rights). In arbitration, the decision is final and binding because the parties have agreed that it should be, rather than because of the power of the state.

Once the arbitration award has been served upon the parties and takes effect, the parties are legally bound to adhere to it. If either party fails to comply with the terms of the arbitration award, the other party can make an application to the Court to enforce the award.

Some contracts give you the right to opt out of the forced arbitration clause within a certain period of time, often 30 to 60 days, after signing the agreement by notifying the company that you wish to opt out. Check your contract for the deadline and for specific instructions for opting out.

While parties are not required to have an attorney to participate in arbitration, arbitration is a final, legally-binding process that may impact a party's rights. As such, parties may want to consider consulting an attorney at any time before, during, or after the arbitration.

There is no remote public access to documents filed before July 1, 2023. This includes certain judgments that used to be available to the public via Case.net. Access to these judgments was removed to protect any confidential information they may have contained.

As a form of alternative dispute resolution, arbitration proceedings can either be binding or non-binding. The former simply means the decision is final and enforceable, while the latter that the arbitrator's ruling is advisory and can only be applied if both parties agree to it.