1. What is this guide?<\/h4><\/div>

A practical manual that establishes standards and recommendations to make CIAC arbitration services accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities.<\/div><\/div>

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2. Who is it aimed at?<\/h4><\/div>

Arbitrators, CIAC center secretariats, parties to arbitration proceedings, legal representatives, and members of the public interested in ensuring equal access to arbitration justice.<\/div><\/div>

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3. What types of accommodations are considered?<\/h4><\/div>

Physical adaptations (ramps, accessible rooms), communication adaptations (sign language interpreters, subtitling, Braille), technological adaptations (accessible platforms, real-time transcription), and personal support adaptations (tutors, assistants).<\/div><\/div>

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4. How do I request an accommodation during an arbitration proceeding?<\/h4><\/div>

Submitting an accommodation request to the arbitral tribunal or the center director; the guide includes a template and guidelines on deadlines and requirements.<\/div><\/div>

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5. When should I submit my application?<\/h4><\/div>

As quickly as possible, ideally at the start of the process or as soon as the need arises, to enable efficient decision-making and implementation of measures.<\/div><\/div>

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6. Who decides whether the accommodation will be granted?<\/h4><\/div>

The arbitral tribunal shall decide on the request, giving reasons, assessing its reasonableness, impact on the proceedings, and the principle of equality between the parties.<\/div><\/div>

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7. Who bears the costs of the adaptations?<\/h4><\/div>

Preferably, the parties agree; in the absence of agreement, the court decides, taking into account proportionality and the circumstances of the case.<\/div><\/div>

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8. What happens if my application is denied?<\/h4><\/div>

The court must indicate viable alternatives that guarantee arbitrary protection and prevent the applicant from being left defenseless.<\/div><\/div>

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9. Does the guide respect the confidentiality of medical information?<\/h4><\/div>

Yes; completing and handling the accommodation request protects privacy in accordance with the CDPD and good confidentiality practices.<\/div><\/div>

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10. Does the guide require staff training?<\/h4><\/div>

Yes; recommends ongoing training for referees and administrative staff on accessibility, inclusive language, and the use of assistive technologies.<\/div><\/div>

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11. Can I request virtual hearings as an accommodation?<\/h4><\/div>

Yes; virtual hearings are considered an option to facilitate participation when appropriate and compatible with the fairness of the process.<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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