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Monster Energy v. City Beverages

Ruling by

Milan D. Smith Jr.

Lower Court

USDC Central District of California

Lower Court Judge

Gary E. Klausner
Vacatur of an arbitration award is supported where the arbitrator fails to disclose to the parties any dealings with an involved party that might create an impression of possible bias.



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