SIGNAL Corp. v. Keane Federal Systems, Inc.

I

In this appeal of a judgment confirming an arbitration award, the primary issue that we consider is whether the arbitrators exceeded their powers within the intendment of Code § 8.01-581.010(3).

II

Keane Federal Systems, Inc., initiated an arbitration proceeding against SIGNAL Corporation (SIGNAL). Keane Federal Systems alleged that SIGNAL wrongfully terminated its subcontract and sought damages for breach of contract. Keane Federal Systems also alleged in the arbitration proceeding that SIGNAL conspired with Keane Federal Systems’ former employees in violation of Code §§ 18.2-499 through…