NY A01424

Prohibits mandatory predispute and postdispute arbitration clauses in employment contracts, handbooks, and workplace policies for claims involving discrimination or any employment-related disputes

Bans joint-action waivers that prevent workers from participating in class, collective, or joint actions in any forum, regardless of whether the waiver is part of an arbitration clause

Renders prohibited arbitration clauses entered into before the law's effective date unenforceable, clarifying the legislature's intent for retroactive application

Allows mandatory postdispute arbitration only if the worker was not coerced, received written notice of the right to refuse, waited at least 40 days before signing, and affirmatively consented in writing

Creates anti-retaliation protections for workers who refuse to sign prohibited clauses, with remedies including liquidated damages, attorneys' fees, and costs under Labor Law section 215