Legal and Regulatory

What the U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Arbitration Clauses Means for the Construction Industry
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision ruled that arbitration agreements between employees and employers must be enforced. Before entering into such agreements, there are implications contractors need to know about.
By Sarah DiFranco and Kate Dewberry
July 10, 2018
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by Sarah DiFranco
Sarah DiFranco is licensed in both North and South Carolina, her practice focuses primarily in the areas of commercial, financial services and construction litigation. She has experience representing businesses in a variety of litigation matters in both state and federal courts.
by Kate Dewberry
Kate Dewberry's practice focuses on employment law and litigation. She represents employers in litigation under all federal and state employment laws, including cases involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour issues.
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