Webinar Recording: The Future of Arbitration - Part 1: Analyzing federal legislation precluding arbitration of sexual harassment claims

About the Program

Congress recently passed H.R. 4445, known as the “Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021,” which amends the Federal Arbitration Act to preclude employers from mandating that employees arbitrate sexual harassment and sexual assault claims. It is expected that President Biden will sign the Act any day. Thus, many employers will be required to evaluate their current arbitration programs and agreements to ensure compliance with this new law. This webinar discusses:

An overview of H.R. 4445 and what it means for arbitration moving forward;
How employers can maintain arbitration programs, and particularly the mandatory arbitration of wage and hour claims, in light in H.R. 4445; and
Answers to common questions regarding H.R. 4445.

Speakers

Noah A. Finkel, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw
David S. Baffa, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw
Molly C. Mooney, Associate, Seyfarth Shaw

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This webinar is accredited for CLE in CA, IL, NJ, and NY. Credit will be applied for as requested for TX, GA, WA, NC and VA. The following jurisdictions accept reciprocal credit with these accredited states, and individuals can use the certificate they receive to gain CLE credit therein: AZ, CT, NH. The following jurisdictions do not require CLE, but attendees will receive general certificates of attendance: DC, MA, MD, MI, SD. For all other jurisdictions, a general certificate of attendance and the necessary materials will be issued that can be used in other jurisdictions for self-application. To request CLE credit, fill out the recorded attendance form linked above and return it to CLE@seyfarth.com. If you have questions about jurisdictions, please email CLE@seyfarth.com. CLE credit for this recording expires on 02/28/2023.