§7 Witnesses before arbitrators; fees; compelling attendance

Summary

Arbitrators, or a majority of them, can send a written order asking someone to come and testify and, if needed, bring books, records, or papers they think are important. The person who comes must get the same witness fees that apply to witnesses before masters in U.S. courts. The order is issued in the arbitrator(s)’ name, signed by them, and served the same way a court subpoena is served. If someone refuses or ignores the order, the U.S. district court where the arbitrators are sitting can make them attend or punish them for contempt using the same rules the courts use.