While I was investigating Arbitration in RE Contracts I came across some legal notes pertaining to whistleblowers and informants, I believe it's covered in Section 599 of the Dodd Frank Act and an option available for years under the SEC.While the whistleblower program is targeting employees of companies encouraging them to come forward about wrong doing, a court of appeal opens the door to anyone who has information of wrongdoing.

The state of formation is likely where internal disputes would be brought among LLC members, so if you and a partner live elsewhere, you may want to consider if you want to arbitrate in that state if the two of you had a disagreement.

Did you sign for arbitration?

Also, the state of formation is likely where internal disputes would be brought among LLC members, so if you and a partner live in CA, you probably want to arbitrate in CA if the two of you had a disagreement.

I filed a mechanics lien in New Jersey and the process requires (at least 3 years ago) paying $500 to an arbitration committee, then having a hearing with a mediator and both sides, and then a judgement can be filed against your property in the courthouse.

Also, the state of formation is likely where internal disputes would be brought among LLC members, so if you and a partner live in CA, you probably want to arbitrate in CA if the two of you had a disagreement.

3.Binding Arbitration Agreement;...The sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser(s) and the obligation of the dealer for the matters set      forth herein whether on warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability, is the repair of the defect.

You can try to arbitrate it as @Nathan G. suggests to help out your relative, or just help her out with payment yourself and let Joe know he's going to hit the bricks when his lease is up if he doesn't pony up some cash for an honest mistake.

Who arbitrates decisions?

Why did you go straight to court without arbitration or mediation?