ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Armendáriz

Okay kiddo, Armendáriz is a big word that refers to a very important legal concept that helps protect workers when they're in a work environment that may not be safe or fair for them.

Basically, if someone feels like they are at risk of being mistreated or hurt in their workplace, they can file a lawsuit called an Armendáriz claim. This claim usually comes up when someone is being forced to sign an agreement that says they can't sue their boss, or they have to keep quiet about unfair or unsafe conditions at work.

The law says that these types of agreements can't take away a worker's rights to speak up or protect themselves. So, if someone files an Armendáriz claim and wins, it means that their boss can't stop them from talking about things that happened at work, and they can also sue if they were mistreated or hurt in any way.

It's like a superhero power for workers who might otherwise feel scared or powerless in their job. It helps make sure everyone is treated fairly and has the right to speak up if something isn't right.