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Arbitration Agreements
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Many California employers require employees to sign arbitration agreements that waive the right to a jury trial and require all employment disputes to be resolved in private arbitration. While California courts have invalidated some arbitration clauses as unconscionable - and AB 51 attempted to ban mandatory arbitration in some contexts - the legal landscape in this area continues to evolve. An employment attorney can review your agreement and assess whether it can be challenged before you are bound by its terms.


Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Some arbitration agreements are unenforceable due to unconscionability or other legal defects, so it's worth having an attorney review yours before assuming it blocks a court case.

Arbitration agreements can sometimes be challenged as unconscionable, improperly formed, or in violation of specific statutory protections, depending on their terms and how they were presented to you.

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An arbitration clause is not necessarily the end of your case. Contact us for a free case review - we will assess your agreement and your options.
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