End of Secret Deals: Sexual Assault Victims Can Go to Court.
The new law, called "Carrie's Law," prevents companies and employers from forcing sexual assault victims into private, out-of-court arbitration. This allows victims to pursue their claims in open court, increasing transparency and accountability. The changes apply to claims arising on or after the law's effective date.
Key points
Sexual assault victims will no longer be forced into secret arbitration, granting them the right to a public court trial.
The law applies to arbitration agreements made before a claim arose, which previously prevented victims from going to court.
Courts, not arbitrators, will decide if a case falls under these new rules, ensuring greater protection for victims' rights.
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