arbitration-everywhere-stacking-the-deck-of-justice.html

arbitration-everywhere-stacking-the-deck-of-justice.html

10/31/2015

link

http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/11/01/business/dealbook/arbitration-everywhere-stacking-the-deck-of-justice.html

summary

This article discusses the increasing prevalence of mandatory arbitration clauses in contracts and their potential implications on individuals' access to justice. It explains how these clauses, often found in agreements for various services and products, require individuals to waive their right to take legal action and instead settle disputes through private arbitration. The article highlights concerns that arbitration, compared to traditional court proceedings, may favor corporations and limit individuals' ability to hold them accountable. It also addresses the role of the Supreme Court in shaping arbitration law and the arguments presented by both proponents and critics of arbitration. Overall, the article raises important questions about the fairness and impact of mandatory arbitration in our legal system.

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