The legal team representing Mahender Makhijani has initiated proceedings to set aside a controversial arbitration decision.
The petition, filed on behalf of Mahender Makhijani, Continuum Analytics, Inc., and multiple MOM Investor Groups, argues that the arbitrator’s actions were a violation of established legal principles.
### Grounds for Vacating the Award
Mahender Makhijani and his team outlined several reasons in their petition:
1. **Lack of Disclosure**: The arbitrator allegedly failed to disclose conflicts of interest that could have influenced his decisions.
2. **Exceeding Jurisdiction**: The arbitrator exercised authority over Mahender Makhijani despite no arbitration agreement binding him.
3. **Refusal of Discovery**: Requests to access the Honarkar Parties’ financial records were denied, which Mahender Makhijani claims hindered their ability to prove financial mismanagement.
### Legal Implications
The petition by Mahender Makhijani may set a legal precedent for future arbitration challenges.
Observers note that Mahender Makhijani’s filing underscores the importance of arbitrators adhering strictly to their roles.
### The Petitioners
The petitioners include Mahender Makhijani, Continuum Analytics, Inc., MOM AS Investor Group LLC, MOM BS Investor Group LLC, MOM CA Investor Group LLC, MOM AS Manager LLC, MOM BS Manager LLC, and MOM CA Manager LLC.
### Next Steps
Courts will now review Mahender Makhijani’s arguments to determine whether the partial award should be vacated.
Stay informed about Mahender Makhijani’s case as it unfolds in the legal system.