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An arbitration clause can change where and how a dispute is decided.

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Many employees encounter one during onboarding, inside a handbook, or through an electronic acknowledgment.

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The effect of a clause depends on its wording, the governing law, the dispute, and possible defenses or statutory exceptions.

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Do not assume the agreement is automatically enforceable or automatically invalid.

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Locate the complete document.

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Preserve the version you received.

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Note how and when you accepted it.

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Avoid missing a separate filing deadline while the clause is reviewed.

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A qualified attorney can assess the language and the law that applies.

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The first step is knowing what you signed.