How can a party appeal an arbitration award?

In Maryland, a party may appeal an arbitration award by filing a petition for judicial review of the award. The petition must be filed within 30 days of receipt of the award. The petition must be served on the other party and a copy sent to the arbitrator. The petition must be in writing, signed by the petitioner, and include the date of arbitration, the date of the award, a description of the dispute, the names of the parties, and the grounds for appeal, which is usually that the arbitrator’s decision was not supported by the evidence, was arbitrary and capricious, or was contrary to law. The court will review the arbitration award to determine if it is subject to reversal or modification. If the court determines the award should not be reversed or modified, the award will be confirmed. If the court decides to reverse or modify an award, the court must state in writing the reasons for its decision. The court may also remand an arbitration award back to the arbitrator for reconsideration or to correct any errors in the award. However, a remand does not mean that the arbitrator’s decision will be overturned by the court. The arbitrator’s decision will stand unless the court orders otherwise. The court’s decision on the petition is final and binding on all parties. There is no further appeal to a higher court. It is important to note that appeals are costly and time-consuming, and parties should only pursue an appeal if they are confident in their chances of success.

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