Student Rights Boost: Ending Forced Arbitration in Disputes with Colleges.
This law restores students' full right to sue colleges and universities in court if they feel wronged. It bans clauses in enrollment agreements that previously forced students to resolve disputes only through private arbitration. This ensures students can pursue claims, including class actions, without restrictions imposed by the schools.
Key points
Colleges can no longer require students to sign agreements forcing them to resolve disputes outside of the public court system (arbitration).
Students gain the full ability to sue educational institutions in court, individually or as part of a group, regarding enrollment-related disputes.
Institutions are prohibited from limiting students' rights, such as the right to a jury trial or choice of venue for legal claims.
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