If either party neglects to appear for trial after due notice, except on account of sickness or unavoidable absence, the arbitrators may proceed to a hearing and determination.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-5-108, under General Provisions.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-5-108
If either party neglects to appear for trial after due notice, except on account of sickness or unavoidable absence, the arbitrators may proceed to a hearing and determination.