Ending Forced Arbitration for Race Discrimination and Harassment Disputes.
This law grants individuals the right to choose a court instead of arbitration for disputes involving discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. If you experience discrimination, clauses in contracts forcing you into private arbitration become invalid, allowing you to pursue your claims in Federal, State, or local court. This change applies to disputes arising after the law is enacted, strengthening civil rights protections.
Key points
Individuals alleging race discrimination (including harassment and retaliation) can now choose litigation in court over mandatory private arbitration.
Pre-dispute contract clauses forcing arbitration in race discrimination cases are rendered invalid and unenforceable.
Courts, not arbitrators, will determine whether a specific dispute falls under the scope of this new law, ensuring judicial oversight.
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