(A) Another term for an arbiter or arbitrator. It is also used to resolve arbitration proceedings where the original arbitrators (there may be more than one) cannot unanimously agree upon a decision or award. (B) A person selected by two or more arbitrators. When they are authorize to do so by the submission of the parties, and they cannot agree as to the subject-matter … [Read more...]
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