The Pros and Cons of Employment Arbitration Agreements
GUEST COLUMN FROM M3 Insurance – Sara Kekula, Director of Senior Living & Social Services Practice at M3 Insurance. In Collaboration with Tom O’Day, Partner at Husch Blackwell
In an era marked by an ever-evolving employment landscape, the prevalence of arbitration agreements has become a polarizing subject of debate among employers, employees, and legal experts. Employment arbitration agreements, sometimes known as mandatory arbitration clauses, have increasingly found their way into the fabric of employment contracts, defining the terms under which workplace disputes are resolved. As an alternative to traditional litigation, these agreements require individuals to relinquish their right to pursue legal claims in court and instead opt for private arbitration to settle conflicts.
While proponents argue that arbitration offers a more efficient, cost-effective, and confidential resolution process, critics voice concerns about potential erosion of employees’ rights and the lack of transparency inherent in private proceedings. The debate over the pros and cons of employment arbitration agreements has sparked contentious discussions within the realm of labor law, leading us to delve deeper into the complexities of this alternative dispute resolution mechanism. This article aims to shed light on the multifaceted nature of employment arbitration agreements, exploring their potential advantages and drawbacks for an employer to make informed decisions about the merits of employment arbitration agreements.
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