Fill out a Demand for a Trial de Novo. 2) The final question presented is what the terms of an arbitration clause for Field.Hog's consumer sales contracts should be in order to address the concerns. , on January 16, 2024, alleging violations of the Maryland Consumer Loan Law. Arbitration is similar to going to court, but faster, cheaper and less complex than litigation. If the case settles, an arbitration will last around one year. Cassandra S. Franklin, Esq. ,is a seasoned JAMS mediator and arbitrator, proficient at resolving complex disputes through mediation and arbitration. The Case Initiation Stage: • The AAA sends out a letter or email notifying the parties that the case has been filed. 7 Three students in the Gender and the Law course testified at the arbitration hearing.