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Special Section: 2025 Alternative Dispute Resolution

In The Legal's Alternative Dispute Resolution special section, read about browsewrap arbitration agreements, tips to break a mediation deadlock and some mistakes parties make at mediation.
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Pa. Supreme Court to Decide Enforceability of 'Browsewrap' Arbitration Agreements

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is set to take up the enforceability of Uber’s “browsewrap” arbitration agreements. With browsewrap agreements, the actual text of an arbitration clause is not initially displayed and requires the user to take further action by clicking a link to view the actual terms. Given the format of these agreements, according to Uber, a user’s continued use of the website manifests the user’s consent to all terms and conditions even if the user hasn’t actually viewed the terms.
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From a Mediator’s Perspective: Common Mis-steps That Parties Make at Mediation

Parties don’t simply say what their bottom lines are at the outset, rather the mediator’s job is to gradually convince the parties to make themselves vulnerable by exposing (and possibly moving) their bottom lines.
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10 Tips to Break the Mediation Deadlock

Two parties reaching an impasse is not at all uncommon in mediation and can occur at any point in the process. Even when the situation seems hopeless, there are many strategies available to end an impasse. The key is to identify the source of the deadlock and apply the right strategy.
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The Path Less Traveled Is About to Get Busier

While arbitration is not a new concept to family law, the UFLAA standardizes the process in Pennsylvania, ensuring consistency and clarity across cases, and closes the gaps left by the commercial arbitration statutes by addressing the unique needs of family law participants.
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Membership Has Its Privileges: Bankruptcy Court Examines LLC's Authority to File Bankruptcy

In this case, the issue was whether the president was authorized to do so. In a recent decision issued on Sept. 30, 2024, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan examined this fundamental question of basic corporate governance and provided guidance to bankruptcy practitioners who may face similar questions in the future.
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Supreme Court's Ruling in 'Students for Fair Admissions' and Its Impact on DEI Initiatives in the Workplace

In the wake of the landmark decision, employers across the country have been dealing with an uptick of litigation targeting workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and programs.
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Terminating Employees With Workers' Compensation Claims

Employers must tread carefully to avoid allegations of retaliation or wrongful termination, which can easily lead to additional legal challenges. Understanding the interplay between workers' compensation laws and employment law is critical.
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What Every Employment Attorney Needs to Know About Section 409A

While seasoned employment attorneys are experienced in drafting various legal documents, navigating the specific requirements of Section 409A can be challenging and the consequences of noncompliance can be severe. This article provides a helpful refresher to ensure you're drafting your documents with the intricacies of 409A requirements in mind.
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Electronic Travel Authorization for Visa-Exempt Travelers to the US, UK and Europe

Starting on Jan. 8, 2025, individuals traveling to the U.K., including U.S. citizens, will need to apply for the electronic travel authorization (ETA) to visit or transit through the United Kingdom (assuming they don't need a U.K. visitor visa).
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