Electronic Market Arbitration Regulations
In this day and age, electronic markets have made life much easier for many people around the world. This is because these electronic markets are sophisticated virtual platforms which facilitate the efficient exchange of goods and services, usually online. As with any type of market, it is possible that disputes may arise between buyers and sellers. To ensure that these issues are dealt with quickly and fairly, it is important that a robust set of arbitration regulations be set in place.
The purpose of this document is to set out the arbitration regulations for electronic markets hosted on the [host website name]. The rules contained within this document are intended to provide a framework for the interpretation and enforcement of any contractual obligations or rights which may arise in connection with the transactions taking place on the market.
To ensure that the arbitration regulations are legally effective, any proposed amendments or changes made to these regulations must be formally ratified by [website legal representative/bodies/institutions]. Furthermore, any breach of these rules must result in a sanction or disciplinary action being taken.
In the event of a dispute, the buyer and seller must attempt to amicably resolve the matter within [time limit] days. If the parties have failed to reach an agreement within this period, the buyer or seller (as the case may be) may raise a dispute with the [host website name].
The [host website name] shall appoint an impartial arbitrator to review the dispute and make a decision in accordance with these regulations. The arbitrator’s decision shall be binding upon the parties and shall be final, unless the parties can prove that the arbitrator did not comply with these regulations.
All arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with [country/region applicable law].
The fees for using the arbitration services shall be paid jointly by the parties, with the fees being calculated on an hourly rate of [amount].
The decisions rendered by the arbitrator(s) shall be final and binding, however any decisions or awards may be subject to challenge before the courts of [country/region]. In any such proceedings the parties shall be responsible for their own costs and legal fees.
These regulations shall be effective in the [country/region] from the [date] date and shall remain in force until such time as amended or replaced in writing by [host website legal representatives].
These arbitration regulations are intended to provide a framework for the arbitration of disputes between buyers and sellers transacting and conducting business over the [host website name] platform. It is expected and advised that all participants should endeavor to settle their disputes in an amicable manner first, and simply resort to these regulations only as a last resort.