Sec. 171.050. DEPOSITIONS. (a) The arbitrators may authorize a deposition:
(1) for use as evidence to be taken of a witness who cannot be required by subpoena to appear before the arbitrators or who is unable to attend the hearing; or
(2) for discovery or evidentiary purposes to be taken of an adverse witness.
(b) A deposition under this section shall be taken in the manner provided by law for a deposition in a civil action pending in a district court.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 5.01, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 7 - Alternate Methods of Dispute Resolution
Chapter 171 - General Arbitration
Section 171.041. Appointment of Arbitrators
Section 171.042. Majority Action by Arbitrators
Section 171.043. Hearing Conducted by Arbitrators
Section 171.044. Time and Place of Hearing; Notice
Section 171.045. Adjournment or Postponement
Section 171.046. Failure of Party to Appear
Section 171.047. Rights of Party at Hearing
Section 171.048. Representation by Attorney; Fees
Section 171.053. Arbitrators' Award