Arbitration is a process for settling disputes related to the contract. Many contracts contain a mandatory arbitration clause.Arbitration is a legally binding process that resolves contract disputes without having to take the disagreement to court. A party may challenge an arbitration agreement on the same grounds as any other contract under Maryland law, such as: ▫ Waiver. Maryland courts recently considered the practice of arbitration in employment agreements. Learn more about it in our blog here. An arbitration clause is an oftenused clause that a Maryland business attorney includes in small business contracts to reduce contract disputes While you should consult with an attorney about specific provisions, here are some frequently asked questions about arbitration agreements. Under Maryland's common law, the contractual duty to arbitrate may survive the expiration of the agreement that contains the arbitration clause. There are several ways that a Maryland arbitration agreement can be held to be invalid and unenforceable.