U.S. Supreme Court,
Labor/Employment,
California Supreme Court,
California Courts of Appeal
Jun. 28, 2019
New arbitration battle looms between state, US high courts
The California and U.S. Supreme Courts’ protracted conflict over the Federal Arbitration Act’s scope may soon feature a new skirmish.
The California and U.S. Supreme Courts' protracted conflict over the Federal Arbitration Act's scope may soon feature a new skirmish.
California has repeatedly held its courthouse doors open to plaintiffs in cases in which defendants argue arbitration agreements prescribe a private forum. Almost as often, the nation's high court has interceded to offer its now repeated and full-throated endorsement of the FAA.
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