Some States Require Mediation And/or Arbitration for Certain Civil Cases

question 19

Multiple Choice

Some states require mediation and/or arbitration for certain civil cases, while in other states alternative dispute resolution methods are voluntary. Under the terms of a written contract, who chooses an arbitrator?

• A) both parties
• B) the defendant
• C) the plaintiff
• D) the American Mediation Association
• E) the American Arbitration Association

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