Therefore, there was no need for the trial court to conduct an evidentiary hearing on the allegations in the verified complaint. As to plaintiffs' argument of undue influence or bias of the arbitrator, this argument is waived. Whenever possible, a court must construe an arbitration award so as to uphold its validity. Edward Electric Co. v. 229 Ill. App.
All reasonable presumptions are to be indulged in favor of arbitration awards.
153 Ill. 2d 207. When a party intentionally relinquishes a known right, either expressly, as by objection, or by conduct such as silence, inconsistent with an intent to enforce that right, waiver may be inferred. 164 Ill. App. Undue means are waived if not timely raised. 48 Ill. App.