Sony has changed the rules of engagement — or rather, terms of service — for users of its PlayStation Network. In the new agreement, users opt to give away their right to join a class action lawsuit against Sony. In addition, the agreement contains a binding individual arbitration clause. Users who want to play on the network have to click to “agree” to the user agreement. However, they can still opt out by sending a written notification to Sony’s headquarters within 30 days.
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Sony Battens Down Its Legal Hatches With New PSN Terms
Posted by: Erika Morphy September 19, 2011 07:00 AMSony has changed the rules of engagement — or rather, terms of service — for users of its PlayStation Network. In the new agreement, users opt to give away their right to join a class action lawsuit against Sony. In addition, the agreement contains a binding individual arbitration clause. Users who want to play on the network have to click to “agree” to the user agreement. However, they can still opt out by sending a written notification to Sony’s headquarters within 30 days.