Arbitration Quiz

What is the main advantage of arbitration compared to traditional litigation?

• Public trial

• Faster and private resolution

• Mandatory jury involvement

• Automatic appeal right

In an arbitration session, who makes the final binding decision?

• A jury

• A judge

• An arbitrator or arbitration tribunal

• The court reporter

In the mock arbitration scenario provided, the primary dispute between Global Eco Inc. and EcoSolutions S.A. involves:

• Employment contract breaches

• Intellectual property theft

• Environmental damage liability

• Breach of commercial agreement terms

What term describes the initial presentations delivered by lawyers at the beginning of the arbitration hearing?

• Closing Statements

• Cross-Examination

• Opening Statements

• Award Deliberations

When a witness is questioned by their own lawyer during arbitration, this is called:

• Cross-examination

• Direct examination

• Indirect questioning

• Final arguments

What does the term "Arbitral Award" refer to in arbitration?

• A pre-hearing agreement

• The arbitrator's final decision

• Witness testimony

• Preliminary objections by parties

According to your mock arbitration instructions, participants should:

• Read directly from their scripts throughout

• Freely interrupt opposing counsel

• Prepare thoroughly and speak naturally

• Avoid any interaction with arbitrators

A lawyer objects during witness testimony because the question asked is not related to the case. This type of objection is known as:

• Irrelevant

• Speculative

• Leading

• Argumentative

Who typically ensures accurate documentation of the arbitration proceedings?

• Tribunal secretary or court reporter

• Lead arbitrator only

• Observers

• Respondent's attorney

The term "Respondent" in arbitration refers to:

• The arbitrator

• The party bringing the claim

• The party against whom the claim is made

• The witness providing evidence