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Arbitration Agreements

Question: I am interested in having my employees sign an arbitration agreement for employment-related disputes.  Is that legal and how do I ensure it is an enforceable agreement? Answer: Yes, employers in California may require employees to agree to an arbitration agreement for their employment related disputes as a condition of the employees’ employment.…

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