Mass Arbitration Update: The Battlefield Expands.
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| Authors: | Ranlett, Kevin S., Miller, Zachary D., Friedman, Rachel R. |
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| Source: | Business Lawyer. Spring2025, Vol. 80 Issue 2, p557-571. 15p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Arbitration & award, *Actions & defenses (Law), *Plaintiffs, *Legal compliance, Dispute resolution, Legal judgments |
| Abstract: | The article discusses the rise of mass arbitration campaigns against businesses and the legal challenges they face in this context. It highlights how some attorneys exploit arbitration processes by filing numerous claims, often without proper vetting of claimants, to pressure businesses into costly settlements. Recent court decisions, including a significant ruling by the Seventh Circuit favoring Samsung, indicate a shift in judicial attitudes towards these mass arbitrations, emphasizing the burden of proof on claimants to demonstrate valid arbitration agreements. Additionally, new rules from major arbitration providers like the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and JAMS aim to address the administrative challenges posed by mass arbitrations, making it easier for businesses to contest improper filings. The article also notes ongoing litigation involving various companies, including Valve Corp. and Epson America, as they seek to combat these mass arbitration tactics. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses the rise of mass arbitration campaigns against businesses and the legal challenges they face in this context. It highlights how some attorneys exploit arbitration processes by filing numerous claims, often without proper vetting of claimants, to pressure businesses into costly settlements. Recent court decisions, including a significant ruling by the Seventh Circuit favoring Samsung, indicate a shift in judicial attitudes towards these mass arbitrations, emphasizing the burden of proof on claimants to demonstrate valid arbitration agreements. Additionally, new rules from major arbitration providers like the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and JAMS aim to address the administrative challenges posed by mass arbitrations, making it easier for businesses to contest improper filings. The article also notes ongoing litigation involving various companies, including Valve Corp. and Epson America, as they seek to combat these mass arbitration tactics. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 00076899 |
