Please dont compy the answer that was listed to this same question becasue it do
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Please dont compy the answer that was listed to this same question becasue it doenst have the explanation im looking for thank you
2. You have been retained to testify as a damages expert at a binding arbitration about the financial loss your client sustained when a supplier shipped it defective raw materials. Several days before the arbitration proceeding, you discovered that the arbitrator is a member of your country club who occasionally plays golf with you.
a. Do you have a conflict of interest in testifying under oath on behalf of your client? Explain?
b. Should you discuss this case with the arbitrator if you see him at the country club? Explain?
c. Does the arbitrator have a conflict of interest? Explain?
Explanation / Answer
a. No, you do not have a conflict of interest in testifying under oath on behalf of your client. The arbitrator listens to both sides and makes a informed decision. Hence, just by knowing the arbitrator will not cause a conflict of interest since the reason is not enough to convince the arbitrator to testify your testimony as an expert witness.
b.No, the case should not be discussed with the arbitrator if you see him at the country club. It would give the impression that the arbitrator is taking sides and you are persuading him to believe in your testimony.
c. Yes, the arbitrator has a conflict of interest. The arbitrator can easily be influenced by you.