Multiple courts have held that statutes of limitations simply do not apply in an arbitration proceeding without some contractual provision. The answer is that a typical statute of limitations probably does not apply to an arbitration.I say "probably" because there is a split of authority. This paper will focus on arbitration and the arguments that a resident can use to invalidate an arbitration clause in an admission agreement. An arbitration proceeding must be commenced within the general limitations period set forth in the Maryland Code. The FAA applies to any contract "evidencing a transaction involving commerce" that is subject to a written agreement to arbitrate. After limitations had run, he moved for leave to file an amended complaint substituting Officer. However, it is often unclear whether a state will apply a time bar to arbitration actions. Applicable statute of limitations was knowingly made. (f) In the event of a conflict between a rule adopted under this section and a federal or state law, the federal or state law prevails.