enforced arbitration clauses

Enforced arbitration clauses are agreements included in contracts that require parties to resolve disputes outside of court, usually through arbitration. Arbitration involves a neutral third party, called an arbitrator, who listens to both sides and makes a decision. When such clauses are enforced, courts uphold them, meaning parties must settle disagreements through arbitration instead of suing in court. This process can be quicker and more private but limits the ability to have disputes decided by a judge or jury. Enforced clauses are legally binding, making arbitration the primary way to resolve certain disputes outlined in the contract.