Novoa v. J.C. Viramontes

This is a cross-appeal from an order denying a motion to vacate an arbitrator's award. The original proceeding stems from a bank fraud scheme dating back almost *48twenty-five years. Fernando Novoa was convicted on two counts of bank fraud in July of 1994. J.C. Viramontes employed Novoa before and after the convictions, however, the two later had a falling out and Novoa's employment was subsequently terminated. Novoa then filed suit, which is the subject of this appeal.

PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

On June 18, 2001, Fernando Novoa filed a lawsuit (the "2001-2295 Claim") against J.C. Viramontes and J.C.…