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Non-appealability clauses eliminating all federal court review of arbitration awards held unenforceable

Jeff Lewis Appellate Law, Law ADR, American Arbitration Association, Arbitration, Federal Arbitration Act, Ninth Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

I generally advise most clients under most circumstances to avoid arbitration clauses. Over the long run, they do not deliver on the promise of streamlined, cost effective litigation. (I once […]

Covenants not to compete still unenforceable in California

Jeff Lewis Civil Law American Arbitration Association, Arbitration, California, Neonatal intensive care unit, Non-compete clause, Pediatrix

One of the most frequent questions I get asked comes from clients who want to start a business but are fearful of provoking a lawsuit from their employers to enforce […]