Unlike mediation, where the mediator's job is to help the disputing parties engage in constructive negotiations so that they can agree on a solution, the arbitrator's or arbitration panel's job is to review the facts and evidence of the dispute, then make findings and recommendations.
Opting out of the arbitration agreement isn't damaging to you. You can always do arbitration if you would prefer that, although if you'd like to join class actions or sue the judge will throw out your case if you are still in this agreement.
If you already have claims against your employer when you are asked to sign the agreement, you should absolutely talk to a lawyer before signing. After all, an arbitration agreement gives up your right to sue in court, and that right is much more valuable when you have an actual claim to make against your employer.
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Opting out of the arbitration agreement isn't damaging to you. You can always do arbitration if you would prefer that, although if you'd like to join class actions or sue the judge will throw out your case if you are still in this agreement.
Because arbitration prevents your claims taken seriously, there's no upside to remaining in a mandatory arbitration agreement. Even if you opt out, you can still choose arbitration to settle a dispute, so there's no downside to opting out.
A claimant will typically start arbitration by sending a document known as a “request for arbitration” or a “notice to arbitrate” to its opponent.
(a) A consumer shall request arbitration by filing a written application for arbitration with the Attorney General.
Every arbitrator must be and remain impartial and independent of the parties involved in the arbitration. Before appointment or confirmation, a prospective arbitrator shall sign a statement of acceptance, availability, impartiality and independence.