Under these rules, the court may refer, on its own motion, any case to an arbitrator in which the reasonable expectation of judgment is less than $50,000. The rules set forth guidelines for the selection of arbitrators, conducting the arbitration hearing, and submitting a final decision. Rules are set forth regarding failure to appear at hearings and filing claims for a trial de novo.
Superior Court of Connecticut Procedure in Civil Matters Rules, Chap. 23 Sec. 60-66: Arbitration; Approval of Arbitrators
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