After everyone has presented their case, the tribunal will consider the case and make an award. The arbitrator may make this decision in a day, or it could take considerably longer depending on the complexity of the issues involved. Ideally, the arbitrator should deliver the award within six months.
Arbitration is a procedure, much like a trial but less formal. Instead of a decision being made by a judge or jury, an arbitrator hears the evidence and makes a decision.
Unlike litigation, arbitration is generally less formal, more confidential, and can be tailored to the specific needs of the parties. This makes it particularly attractive in complex commercial disputes, where the nuances of the industry and the need for specialised knowledge are paramount.
What does it mean to invoke arbitration? Either Party to a contract in which there is an Arbitration clause can either himself or through an authorised agent may invoke Arbitration so as to refer the dispute to arbitration, as per provisions of the arbitration clause.
Lastly, arbitration involves an arbitrator, who is a neutral professional, whose role is to hear the parties and make a final decision. Arbitration is a more formal process than negotiation and mediation, because the decision is usually final.
Conduct of the arbitration It is likely to include each party producing written submissions. Typically, these will be supported by written witness statements and reports of technical experts, where appropriate. It often includes the parties providing documents to the other parties and the tribunal.
Rule 236 - Notice by Prothonotary of Entry of Order or Judgment (a) The prothonotary shall immediately give written notice of the entry of (1) a judgment entered by confession to the defendant by ordinary mail together with a copy of all documents filed with the prothonotary in support of the confession of judgment.
To file an appeal on an arbitration award, you must file a Notice of Appeal. You must file an original, and a copy. Include a copy and a stamped self-addressed envelope for each opposing counsel.
1301, et seq., all civil suits and actions in the Court of Common Pleas where the amount in controversy, exclusive of interest and costs, is fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) or less per plaintiff, excepting those involving title to real estate and equity cases, shall first be tried and decided by a Board of Arbitrators ...
Once the application is decided, any party may appeal for a new trial within either 30 days from the docketing of the award, or 10 days of the disposition of the application, whichever is later Rule 1307(d).