Section 50. Conflicts of interest  


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  • In addition to the limitations set forth in § 45.1-361.22:1 A of the Code of Virginia, an arbitrator may not hear an arbitration if the arbitrator is related to one of the claimants, has a personal interest in the subject of the arbitration, or if other circumstances exist that might affect the arbitrator's ability to render a fair determination. If evidence of a conflict exists under this section, a claimant may petition the court to appoint a different arbitrator.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 30, Issue 06, eff. December 19, 2013.

Statutory Authority

§§ 45.1-361.15 and 45.1-361.22:1 of the Code of Virginia.