NY A01424

Voids and declares unenforceable any contract provision that waives substantive or procedural rights related to claims of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment, or violation of public policy in employment.

Prohibits contract provisions designed to conceal details of employment-related claims, including those submitted to arbitration, with exceptions for arbitrator awards and settlement amounts.

Imposes liability for reasonable attorney's fees and costs on anyone who attempts to enforce a waiver deemed unconscionable, void, or unenforceable under this section.

Prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who refuse to sign agreements containing prohibited waivers, including through discharge, demotion, or other adverse employment actions.

Grants aggrieved persons the right to file civil actions within three years for tort remedies, injunctive relief, and litigation costs, with this section not preempting other applicable legal remedies; applies to all contracts entered into, renewed, modified, or amended after the effective date.