Mutual Arbitration Agreement

This Mutual Arbitration Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the undersigned parties as of the date of execution provided below. The purpose of this Agreement is to resolve disputes arising between the parties in a manner that reduces or avoids the costs, dislocations, and inconveniences of formal litigation, while also ensuring fairness.

1. Scope of Agreement

1.1 Covered Disputes

This Agreement covers all disputes or claims between the parties, including but not limited to those arising from or related to their employment, business relationships, or any other mutual engagements.

1.2 Exclusions

This Agreement does not cover claims for workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, state disability insurance, or any other disputes excluded by applicable law.

1.3 Survival of Agreement

This Agreement survives any termination or expiration of the relationship between the parties and applies to all applicable disputes arising before, during, or after said relationship.

2. Arbitration Procedures

2.1 Initiation of Arbitration

Either party may initiate arbitration under this Agreement by delivering a written notice of arbitration to the other party. The notice must describe the nature of the dispute and the relief sought.

2.2 Selection of Arbitrator

The arbitration will be conducted before a neutral arbitrator agreed upon by the parties. If the parties cannot agree on an arbitrator, either may petition a court of competent jurisdiction to appoint an arbitrator.

2.3 Arbitration Rules

Unless otherwise agreed, the arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or another mutually agreed arbitration body.

2.4 Location and Timing

The arbitration will be conducted in a location mutually convenient for the parties. The parties agree to make reasonable efforts to conclude the arbitration within a set time frame as determined at the commencement of the arbitration process.

3. General Provisions

3.1 Confidentiality

All statements, documents, and submissions made during the arbitration process shall remain confidential and may not be disclosed beyond the participants in the arbitration process.

3.2 Governing Law

The validity, interpretation, and performance of this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state where the arbitration takes place, without regard to conflict of laws principles.