The arbitration can generally proceed without them, and the tribunal can issue a valid, binding award based on the evidence and submissions before it. A non-participating party can't later argue the tribunal failed to address issues that they chose not to raise.
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What Happens if the Other Party Refuses to Participate in Arbitration?
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The arbitration can generally proceed without them, and the tribunal can issue a valid, binding award based on the evidence and submissions before it.
General information only. This answer does not constitute legal advice. The appropriate response depends on the facts and circumstances of each matter.