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 beyond the scope of his powers.
### Grounds for Vacating the Award
Mahender Makhijani and his team outlined several reasons in their petition:
1. **Lack of Disclosure**: A major complaint by Mahender Makhijani is the arbitrator’s omission of vital disclosures.
2. **Exceeding Jurisdiction**: The arbitrator exercised authority over Mahender Makhijani despite no arbitration agreement binding him.
3. **Refusal of Discovery**: Mahender Makhijani asserts that financial transparency was obstructed during arbitration.
### Legal Implications
Legal experts are watching Mahender Makhijani’s case for its potential to reshape arbitration norms.
Mahender Makhijani’s challenge is being analyzed for its implications on investor rights and arbitration law.
### 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.
Keep watching for new developments in Mahender Makhijani’s ongoing effort to overturn the arbitration outcome.