Legal Heirs Of Deceased Party To Arbitration Agreement Comes Under "Legal Representatives" Under Section 2(1)(g) Of Arbitration Act: Telangana

The Telangana High Court addressed the issue of whether the legal heirs of a deceased party to an arbitration agreement can be considered legal representatives under Section 21G of the Arbitration Act. The court clarified that legal heirs or representatives of a deceased party to an arbitration agreement can be recognized as parties in the arbitration process. This decision ensures that arbitration proceedings can continue seamlessly despite the death of a party, preserving the arbitration agreement's intent and allowing the legal heirs to participate in the proceedings.