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Some contracts give you the right to opt out of the forced arbitration clause within a certain period of time, often 30 to 60 days, after signing the agreement by notifying the company that you wish to opt out. Check your contract for the deadline and for specific instructions for opting out.

Even if you don't currently have a dispute with the company, it is a good idea to opt out of the forced arbitration clause to preserve your options. You can always agree later to use an arbitrator to resolve any dispute. Moreover, if you have opted out, you will have more negotiating power if there is a problem.

If neither party appeals the decision, it will be binding, like an order by a judge. However, a party unhappy with the arbitrator's decision can request a new trial before a judge.

No, you cannot be forced to sign an arbitration agreement, but if you refuse, the company would be legally entitled to terminate you. It is your decision. Good luck to you.

You have a difficult decision to make, although it may not matter whether you sign the “agreement” or not. If you continue to work after you are informed that a forced arbitration agreement governs your employment, you may be bound by it, even if you refuse to sign it.

Statistics have overwhelmingly shown that arbitrators rule more often in favor of the employer against the employee. This keeps the employer coming back for more arbitrations. 4. Arbitrator awards tend to be much smaller than what you might get from a jury.

In some instances, you may be able to sue if you signed a valid arbitration agreement. While courts generally favor arbitration agreements, they will allow you to file a lawsuit if either you didn't understand your rights or your claims fall outside the arbitration provision's scope.

Forced arbitration is preferred by companies because it benefits companies, not the employee or consumer. Here are problems and dangers noted by consumer advocates: Individuals are often unaware they've agreed to forced arbitration.

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