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CSAC enforces arbitration award, directs release of withheld purse to manager
Summary
After competing legal arguments, the commission voted to enforce a July arbitration award and release commission-held purse funds to manager Rick Merigian; attorneys debated jurisdiction and statutory authority under Business & Professions Code —18856.
The California State Athletic Commission voted Dec. 9 to enforce an arbitration award arising from a dispute between manager Rick Merigian and manager/contestant Arnold Barbosa and to direct release of a commission-held check to Merigian.
Executive Officer Andy Foster told commissioners the commission had received an arbitration order effective July 26, 2024, and was holding a check that could satisfy the award. Foster recommended giving Merigian his check.
George Gallegos, counsel for Arnold Barbosa, argued the commission lacked…
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