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The clause provides a limited, time-bound window for drivers to preserve their right to resolve driver claims outside of mandatory arbitration, which is otherwise required.
If you are a driver or driver applicant, you may avoid mandatory arbitration of driver claims by providing written notice to Lyft within 30 days of executing the Agreement.
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The clause provides a limited, time-bound window for drivers to preserve their right to resolve driver claims outside of mandatory arbitration, which is otherwise required.
If you are a driver or driver applicant, you may avoid mandatory arbitration of driver claims by providing written notice to Lyft within 30 days of executing the Agreement.
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