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Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP

Surprise! Misleading Statements and Time Pressure May Render an Employer’s Arbitration Agreement Unenforceable

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Employers have long been scrutinized for perceived unequal bargaining power when it comes to enforcement of company-drafted arbitration agreements. Indeed, both the California legislature and the courts have aimed to protect...more

Dickinson Wright

Start the Clock—The Case for Including Contractual Limitations Periods in Employment Agreements.

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Contractual limitations periods provide parties on both sides of an agreement certainty regarding the filing of a potential action. But many employers do not know that they may include such contractual limitations periods in...more

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.

Beyond Silence: South Carolina Supreme Court Ruling Clarifies Acceptance in Employment Arbitration Agreements

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In Lampo v. Amedisys Holding, LLC and Leisa Victoria Neasbitt, the South Carolina Supreme Court establishes important legal precedent regarding contract formation for arbitration agreements between employers and employees....more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

New York Legislature’s Proposed Amendments Would Impact Employment Agreements

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Two bills recently introduced in New York’s legislature could have a major impact on New York employers seeking to enter into employment-related agreements with employees. Invalidating “Unconscionable” Contract Terms - ...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

IFA Takeaways: How Smart Franchisors Stay Out of Court

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The International Franchise Association’s Annual Convention is always filled with useful take home information for franchise practitioners. Last week, I attended the session “Proactive Strategies for Franchisors to Prevent...more

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The Sixth Circuit Rules on Arbitration Clause Enforcement

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has ruled that an arbitration provision in a plaintiff’s employment contract is binding and enforceable, even if the employer did not explain the provision or recommend the...more

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