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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Jul. 31, 2010

Class Action Waivers Challenged

California attorneys are hammering out a significant amount of case law on a high-profile issue: class action waivers in mandatory arbitration agreements.

By Rebecca Beyer

Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN FRANCISCO - As they wade through a slew of litigation related to auto finance contracts, California attorneys are hammering out a significant amount of case law on a high-profile issue: class action waivers in mandatory arbitration agreements.

Tucked away in a variety of contracts - including those that consumers sign when they agree to purchase a car - class action waivers provid...

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