Protect Your Rights Against Mandatory Arbitration Clauses
Many consumers don’t realize they’ve waived their right to a jury trial until a dispute begins. From predatory lenders to negligent builders and deceptive auto dealerships, companies across the country use mandatory arbitration to avoid public accountability.
You don’t have to navigate these private tribunals alone. Cannon Legal PLLC specializes in arbitration clause defense and consumer advocacy. We represent clients nationwide, pulling back the curtain on the arbitration process to turn a complex hurdle into a clear path toward the justice you deserve.
Why Choose Cannon Legal PLLC?
Your Shield Against Corporate Legal Tactics
- We Know the “Waiver” Loophole: Using key rulings like Morgan v. Sundance, we know exactly how to argue that a company gave up their right to force you into arbitration by acting unfairly.
- Proven Results: We don’t just talk; we win. We recently secured a $912,000 award for a Texas homeowner, proving that arbitration can result in major victories with the right legal team.
- Strategic Negotiation: Companies often fear the high fees of arbitration. We leverage this pressure to negotiate favorable settlements for you before a hearing even begins.
- Nationwide Experience: We have helped thousands of consumers across the US navigate the confusing maze of arbitration clauses, filings, and hearings.
- Aggressive Advocacy: Whether it’s challenging an unfair clause or fighting in the hearing room, we provide the powerful representation you need to level the playing field.
Service Offerings
Agreement & Contract Review
General Arbitration Consultation
Arbitration Award Review
Pro Se Filing Assistance
Full Arbitration Representation
Settle an Arbitration Award
Common Questions About Consumer Arbitration
An arbitration clause is a provision in a contract that requires any disputes related to the contract to be resolved through a private arbitration process instead of going to court.
It can be difficult, but not always impossible. We can evaluate if the other party has waived their right to arbitrate through their actions, or if there are defects in the contract itself that could make the arbitration clause unenforceable.
Waiver occurs when a party takes actions inconsistent with their right to arbitrate, such as substantially litigating a case in court before trying to compel arbitration. Under recent case law, you may not even need to show you were prejudiced by their delay to argue waiver.
Arbitration awards are generally final and have limited grounds for appeal. However, we can review the award to see if the arbitrator exceeded their powers or made clear errors that could allow for modification or correction by a court. Vacating an arbitration award is very challenging.
While you can represent yourself, having experienced legal representation can significantly increase your chances of a favorable outcome. We can navigate the rules, present your case effectively, and protect your rights throughout the process.
Arbitration is a private process where a neutral third-party (the arbitrator) hears the dispute and makes a decision. It is generally less formal than court proceedings and has limited rights to appeal.
Arbitration often involves filing fees and arbitrator fees, which can sometimes be significant. We can discuss potential cost-sharing provisions in your contract and strategies to manage these expenses.
Yes, settlement negotiations are often possible even within the arbitration process. We can represent you in these negotiations.
We can evaluate the fairness of the arbitration clause and explore arguments that it might be unconscionable under certain circumstances, although this is a challenging legal argument.