Morales v. Rent-A-Center, Inc.

RULING ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO COMPEL ARBITRATION

ELLEN BREE BURNS, District-Judge.

Introduction

Plaintiff Santiago Morales (hereinafter “Plaintiff’ or “Morales”) brings this action against his employer, Rent-A-Center (hereinafter “Defendant” or “RAC”), alleging unlawful employment discrimination based on his race, national origin, and sexual orientation. Defendant has moved to stay the judicial proceedings and compel arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). Plaintiff cross, moved pursuant to Section Four of the FAA, de manding a jury trial on any triable issues concerning the…