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Briefing: Justices to consider arbitration exemption for “last-mile” drivers

Strategic angle: Flowers Foods v. Brock brings the justices another in a lengthening line of cases about the exemptions from the Federal Arbitration Act.

Editorial StaffMarch 20, 20261 MIN READ

The Supreme Court is set to consider the case Flowers Foods v. Brock, which raises important questions regarding the arbitration exemption for last-mile delivery drivers.

This case is part of a broader examination of exemptions under the Federal Arbitration Act, which has significant implications for labor relations in the gig economy.

The outcome could influence how arbitration agreements are applied to a growing segment of the workforce, specifically those involved in last-mile delivery services.