Section 1246 - Statements Before Arbitration(a) Time for Submission. No later than 10 calendar days before the arbitration hearing, each party shall submit directly to the arbitrator(s), and shall serve on all other parties a written arbitration statement by regular mail, facsimile, or other acceptable electronic means, accompanied by a proof of service.(b) Content of Statements. The statements shall be concise and shall:(1) Summarize the facts, claims, and defenses;(2) Identify the significant contested factual and legal issues, citing authority on the questions of law;(3) Identify proposed witnesses; and,(4) Identify, by name and title or status, the person(s) who, in addition to counsel, will attend the arbitration as representative(s) of the party.(c) Modification of Requirement by Arbitrator(s). After jointly consulting counsel for all parties, or the parties themselves if they are not represented, the arbitrator(s) may modify or dispense with the requirement of written arbitration statements.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 1, § 1246
1. New section filed 6-20-97; operative 7-1-97 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 97, No. 25). Note: Authority cited: Section 11420.20, Government Code. Reference: Section 11420.20, Government Code.
1. New section filed 6-20-97; operative 7-1-97 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 97, No. 25).