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The judicial immunity of arbitrators

By: Language: English Series: New Law Journal ; 141(6503) 10 May 1991, 633-Publication details: 1991Subject(s): Summary: The May 1990 report by the Departmental Advisory Committee of Arbitration Law betrays an ambiguity in its position on the immunity from suits for negligence presently enjoyed by arbitrators . This article analyses their statement, and refers to case law and other authorities to clarify the situation. It recommends taking out professional indemnity insurance .

The May 1990 report by the Departmental Advisory Committee of Arbitration Law betrays an ambiguity in its position on the immunity from suits for negligence presently enjoyed by arbitrators . This article analyses their statement, and refers to case law and other authorities to clarify the situation. It recommends taking out professional indemnity insurance .