Section 2 AAC 12.978 - Authority of arbitrator(a) The arbitrator or panel shall be in charge of the arbitration and all related proceedings, and shall have the full authority of a hearing officer as described in AS 36.30.670(b).(b) The arbitrator or panel shall conduct the arbitration fairly, impartially, and informally, with a view to expediting resolution of the dispute.(c) The arbitrator's or panel's rulings on all preliminary and procedural matters, including venue, scheduling, discovery, and evidentiary matters, are final and binding on the parties.(d) The arbitrator or panel may not participate in settlement discussions between the parties or in a mediation with the parties.Eff. 5/26/2004, Register 170Authority:AS 36.30.040
AS 36.30.870