Articles Posted in Arbitration

Forced arbitration has become a powerful tool for California employers to deter successful employment claims. By compelling disputes to be resolved in private arbitration rather than through public court proceedings, employers often benefit from forums perceived as more favorable to their interests. Arbitration agreements are frequently presented as standard employment contract clauses, leaving employees with…

A lesser-known trick that employers and corporations use to avoid employee-protection laws involves requiring prospective employees to enter into an agreement to pursue any claims against the employer through arbitration. Arbitration is a binding, non-judicial forum that addresses claims dressed under simplified rules and procedures, which can reduce the resources needed to address employee claims.…