Ending Forced Arbitration for Sexual Assault and Harassment Cases
This law invalidates clauses in agreements that forced victims of sexual assault or harassment to resolve disputes outside of court, such as through arbitration. This allows affected individuals to freely choose whether to pursue their rights in court, giving them greater control over the process and access to public justice.
Key points
Victims of sexual assault and harassment can now sue perpetrators in court, even if they previously signed an arbitration agreement.
The law applies to agreements signed before the incident occurred, meaning prior commitments to arbitration in these matters are invalid.
Courts, not arbitrators, will determine if a case falls under the new provisions, ensuring an independent assessment.
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