Earlier quoted context omitted.
In the US, yes, these kinds of contracts are unfortunately upheld under current laws and court rulings that are valid nationwide. Of course there are limits and exceptions, but those boundaries have been broadened in recent decades to allow these kinds of terms anywhere in the US, even for consumer contracts.
The US Federal Arbitration Act from 1925 prohibits courts from setting aside valid arbitration agreements. It's recently been interpreted to prohibit almost any kind of interference, so it's being actively enforced if not extended.
Yes, that’s what I’m referring to. I hope that some of the legislative reform bills eventually pass, but I don’t anticipate Congress being sufficiently functional and sufficiently protective of consumer and employee rights to do so any time soon.