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federal arbitration act FAA

The Federal Arbitration Act is a statute enacted in 1925 by Congress that facilitates private dispute resolution through arbitration.

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federal arbitration act FAA

The Federal Arbitration Act is a statute enacted in 1925 by Congress that facilitates private dispute resolution through arbitration.

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The FAA has been construed to apply to all contracts involving interstate commerce in both federal and state courts and regulates the enforceability of agreements to arbitrate.