The Washington Arbitration Award (WAS) is a type of arbitration decision made in the state of Washington. It is issued by an arbitrator or panel of arbitrators, who act as a neutral third party in disputes between parties. The Washington Arbitration Award is based on the Arbitration Act of Washington, which provides the legal framework for arbitration in the state. The Washington Arbitration Award is typically used in disputes between two or more parties over a contract, business transaction, or other dispute. The arbitrator or panel considers the evidence presented by both sides, hears testimony, and then makes a final decision. This decision is binding on the parties involved and can only be overturned by a court order. The Washington Arbitration Award can take several forms. It may award damages to one party, order an injunction, or determine that a contract is valid. If a party does not comply with the terms of the award, the other party may pursue a court action to enforce the award. There are two types of Washington Arbitration Awards: final awards and interim awards. Final awards are the final decisions issued by the arbitrators or panel, while interim awards are temporary decisions that can be changed or modified when final awards are issued.