How Could Changes to Colorado’s Arbitration Process Affect Our Legal Climate?

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we break down a bill that would make significant changes to Colorado’s arbitration process and that could change key aspects of the state’s legal environment.House Bill 1236 would prohibit certain provisions in arbitration agreements, establish new requirements for who may serve as an arbitrator and set standards for employer payment of arbitration awards.Host Ed Sealover sits down with Rep. Yara Zokaie, a sponsor of the bill, who explains why she believes the legislation is necessary to strengthen protections for consumers and workers. He is also joined by Julian Ellis, an arbitration expert and partner at the law firm First and Fourteenth, who discusses concerns about how the proposal could affect the efficiency and effectiveness of arbitration and its role in resolving disputes.Tune in for a conversation on the role of arbitration, the potential impacts of the legislation and what these changes could mean for Colorado’s legal and business landscape.