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NLRB Strikes Blow Against Bans on Class Action Arbitrations

January 29th, 2012
The National Labor Relations Board recently ruled in favor of both union and non-union private sector employees on a significant issue concerning workplace litigation. At issue were mandatory arbitration agreements signed upon employment that force e… Read More
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Categories: General News, Judicial Decisions
Tags: Arbitration, Arbitration Agreement, Class Actions, Collective Actions, Concerted Activity, Labor and Employment, NLRA, NLRB, Union

United States Supreme Court High Season Begins

May 3rd, 2010
Although the Surpreme Court issues opinions throughout its term, many come out towards the back end of the term, which concludes in June. In the last couple of weeks, the Court has issued several decisions which touch on employment law: In Conkirght… Read More
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Categories: Judicial Decisions
Tags: Arbitration, Attorney Fees, Case Commentary, Civil Rights, Class Actions, ERISA, Labor and Employment, Pension Benefits, US Supreme Court