On May 5, 2016, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued and sought comment on proposed rules prohibiting mandatory arbitration clauses that deny groups of consumers their day in court.  Under the proposed rules, companies would be prohibited from putting mandatory arbitration clauses in new consumer contracts that would prevent consumers from bringing class actions.  Comments must be received on or before 90 days after publication in the Federal Register.  Press Release.  Proposed Rule.