What is a motion to modify or correct an arbitration award?

A motion to modify or correct an arbitration award is a legal procedure in which a party to an arbitration seeks to change or correct a decision that was made by an arbitrator. Under California arbitration law, a motion to modify or correct an arbitration award must be based on clerical mistakes, errors in computation of the facts, or any other mistake of fact in the award. The motion must be made within three days after the award is filed, or the court may set the time for the motion beyond the three-day period. If a motion to modify or correct an arbitration award is made, the court must consider any proper evidence that is presented and may correct the award if it finds that the award was based on clerical mistakes, errors in computation of the facts, or any other mistake of fact. The court may also modify the award if it is shown that the arbitrator had no authority to make the award or the award was procured by corruption, fraud, or unlawful means.

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