An arbitration hearing is when two parties in a dispute present their case before a neutral third party called an arbitrator. The arbitrator listens to both sides and makes a decision to resolve the conflict. Full definition
Rental arbitration hearings are nothing special, except that witnesses may or may not be sworn under the particular state's laws. (law.stackexchange.com)
I have found that by calling up the other broker and finding out what really happened, ethics charges often can avoided, as well as a potential arbitration hearing. (remonline.com)
A further 49 % of those surveyed say that half of their disputes will settle prior to the full arbitration hearing. (legal500.com)