An agreement to arbitrate can empower the parties and afford them a good deal of control over the dispute resolution process. A well-constructed arbitration clause can provide certainty by outlining ...

This article briefly reiterates the key items that generally have been included in an arbitration agreement and then reflects on some of the newer matters to be considered. The events of the past ...

In late May, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that arbitration agreements between an employer and an employee to resolve employment disputes through one-on-one arbitration do not violate the National ...

Arbitration is an inherently flexible mechanism that allows parties, by agreement, to create a bespoke process that suits their preferences and circumstances. However, drafting errors often lead to ...

It has been nearly a year since Charles Schwab’s court victory regarding mandatory arbitration agreements for 401(k)s — an addition many plan sponsors and fiduciaries are likely considering. But few ...

What a difference a year makes. In 2016, federal agencies proposed rules banning pre-dispute arbitration in long-term care admissions. Now, arbitration is widely accepted. Still, not all signed ...