Employee MMA Agreement

EMPLOYEE MMA AGREEMENT

This Employee Mediation and Arbitration Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Employer Name: and Employee Name: (collectively, the "Parties"). This Agreement governs dispute resolution procedures between the Parties as a condition of employment.

1. Employee Information

2. Position Information

Start Date:    Annual Salary/Rate:

3. Employment History (Most Recent)

4. Employment History (Prior)

5. Education

6. References

7. Nature of Agreement — Mediation and Arbitration

Employee and Employer agree that any controversy, claim, or dispute arising out of or relating to employment, termination of employment, wages, benefits, discrimination, harassment, tort, contract dispute, statutory claims, or any other claim shall be resolved first by mandatory confidential mediation, and if unresolved within the mediation period, by final and binding arbitration administered in accordance with the arbitration rules selected by the Parties. This clause applies to claims whether asserted individually or on behalf of others, except where such a waiver is prohibited by law.

Employee acknowledges that by signing this Agreement, Employee is waiving the right to a jury trial and to participate in any class, collective, or representative action against Employer unless the law prohibits such waivers. Employee further acknowledges that this Agreement does not preclude an employee from filing a charge with a governmental agency, but that individual claims will be subject to arbitration as set forth herein.

8. Procedures, Costs, and Remedies

The Parties will first attempt to resolve disputes through mediation within 60 days of written notice to the other Party. If mediation does not resolve the dispute, the Parties shall submit the dispute to binding arbitration. The arbitrator shall have authority to award any relief available in court, including injunctive relief, reinstatement, back pay, and compensatory damages, subject to any limitations agreed in this Agreement.

Employer will pay or advance filing and administrative fees for arbitration up to the amounts required by applicable arbitration rules; the arbitrator may apportion fees and costs consistent with those rules. The Parties retain the right to seek provisional or emergency relief from a court of competent jurisdiction where necessary to preserve the status quo or prevent irreparable harm.

9. Confidentiality

Except as required by law, the Parties and arbitrator shall maintain the confidentiality of the mediation, arbitration proceedings, any settlement, and any resulting award. Documents filed in any court to enforce or confirm an arbitration award may be filed under seal when permitted by applicable law.

10. Exceptions and Severability

This Agreement does not apply to claims that are by law non-arbitrable. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be severed, and the remainder of the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. Where a court determines that a class or collective action waiver is unenforceable, the remainder of the arbitration provisions will be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.

11. At-Will Employment and Equal Opportunity

Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to alter the employment relationship unless expressly stated elsewhere in a separate written agreement. Employment remains at-will, subject to termination by either Party at any time with or without cause and with or without notice, unless a separate written contract states otherwise.

Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

12. Background Checks and Authorization

Employee authorizes Employer to contact prior employers, educational institutions, and references and to obtain consumer reports, background checks, and other investigative reports as necessary for employment-related decisions. Employee certifies that the information provided in this form is true and complete to the best of Employee's knowledge.

13. Applicant / Employee Certification

I certify that all information provided in this Agreement and accompanying documents is true and complete. I understand that false statements or omissions may be grounds for discipline or termination. I agree to the foregoing mediation and arbitration procedures as a condition of employment.

14. Notices

All notices required under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by hand, certified mail (return receipt requested), or other nationally recognized overnight courier to the addresses provided above, or to such other address as either Party may designate in writing.

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