Code of Disclosure

The Arbitrator/Mediator will disclose in writing to both Claimant and Respondent of any Arbitration/Mediation any circumstances which might preclude such Arbitrator/Mediator from rendering an objective and impartial determination. The Arbitrator/Mediator will disclose:

(1) Any direct or indirect financial or personal interest in the outcome of the arbitration/meditation.

(2) Any existing or past financial, business, professional, family, social, or other relationships or circumstances that is likely to affect impartiality or might reasonably create an appearance of partiality or bias. The arbitrators/mediator will disclose any such relationships or circumstances that they have with any party or its counsel, or with any individual whom they have been told will be a witness. The arbitrator/mediator will also disclose any such relationship or circumstances involving members of their families or their current employers, partners, or business associates.

(3) The arbitrator/mediator must make a reasonable effort to inform himself of any interests, relationships or circumstances described in number (1) and (2) above that might preclude the arbitrator/mediator from rendering an objective and impartial determination described in paragraph (1) and (2) above and is a continuing duty that requires an arbitrator/mediator to disclose, at any stage of the arbitration, any such interests, relationships, or circumstances that arises, or are recalled or discovered.

(4) Once both parties to a dispute sign a confidentiality agreement the dispute is confidential pursuant to California Civil Code.