The Concealment by an Arbitrator of the

Application pratique:

This ruling means the award can be challenged for fraud if you prove the arbitrator concealed circumstances that reasonably raised doubts about his impartiality. Immediately gather all evidence of the undisclosed relationship and any communications indicating favouritism. You must file a recours en révision (review application) within the strict legal time limits (usually two months from discovering the fraud) before the Court of Appeal. Instruct a lawyer to assess the fraudulent collusion between the arbitrator and the tenant's legal team, as required by this case.

Application pratique:

Under this precedent, the award is voidable if the arbitrator's concealment was intentional and aimed at benefiting the seller, amounting to fraudulent collusion. Compile proof of the arbitrator's prior consulting work and any indication it affected the decision. Then, swiftly launch a procedure en révision to set aside the award; strict deadlines apply, so act without delay. Request the court to order a new arbitration or directly award proper damages, now that the fraud vitiates the original decision.

Application pratique:

This decision allows you to overturn the award by proving the arbitrator's deliberate concealment of a close family tie to the syndic created reasonable doubt about his impartiality, and that he colluded to favour the syndic's interests. Secure witness statements and any documents linking the arbitrator to the syndic. File a recours en révision within the statutory two-month window from discovery, arguing the award was obtained through fraud. A successful challenge may lead to a rehearing or direct judicial correction of the cost distribution.