... [2] The interpretation of a contract involves a question of law, in connection with which an appellate
court has an obligation to reach its conclusions independently of the determinations made by
the court below. ... [8,9] We have stated that arbitration is purely a matter of contract. ...
... [1] The determination of rights under a contract is a law action. ... [5] The meaning of a contract is
a question of law, in connection with which an appellate court has an obligation to reach its
conclusions independently of the determinations made by the court below. ...
... (Midlands). In his new employment, Pearson solicited business from Aon customers with whom
he had personal business relationships while employed by Aon. Aon sued Pearson for breach
of contract and was awarded a money judgment from which Pearson appeals. ...