Labor/Employment
Nov. 17, 2012
NLRB's latest ruling not the end of the class-action-waiver war
While a win for employees, 24 Hour Fitness does not mean employers should not still consider class action waivers in their arbitration agreements. By Maria Rodriguez and Caroline Donelan of DLA Piper
Issues surrounding the enforceability of class action waivers in the employee setting came to light again last week after an administrative law judge issued 24 Hour Fitness, finding that class action waivers violate federal labor law by effectively restricting an employee's right to engage in concerted action, despite the fact that it contained an opt-out provision. Case No. 20-CA-035419. The judge d...
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