New York S07799 mandates specific notice of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts.

New York S07799 amends the civil practice law and rules to require specific notice of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts. The bill mandates that employers disclose and explain these clauses to employees before they sign contracts. If the contract is signed electronically or through the mail, it must include a link to a plain language explanation of arbitration clauses. The bill also nullifies certain prohibited clauses, except where inconsistent with federal law. This act aims to ensure employees are fully informed about arbitration clauses in their employment contracts.

New York S07799 mandates specific notice of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts.

New York S07799 amends the civil practice law and rules to require specific notice of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts. The bill mandates that employers disclose and explain these clauses to employees before they sign contracts. If the contract is signed electronically or through the mail, it must include a link to a plain language explanation of arbitration clauses. The bill also nullifies certain prohibited clauses, except where inconsistent with federal law. This act aims to ensure employees are fully informed about arbitration clauses in their employment contracts.