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Non-compliance with arbitral orders: contempt consequences under §27(5) of the arbitration and conciliation act, 1996
In the recent years, arbitration has gained prominence as a preferred dispute resolution method, especially for corporate and commercial…
Hon. Dean Pregerson (Ret.) Honored With Beacon of Justice Award by Friends of the Los Angeles County Law Library
Irvine, Calif. - JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that Hon. Dean…
The Evolution of Interim Relief: Navigating Sections 9 and 17 of the Arbitration Act
Prior to the 2015 amendment to the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Section 9 of the Act conferred the liberty to appr…
Seventh Circuit Holds That Refusing To Register An Arbitration Agreement With The AAA Is Not A “Refusal To Arbitrate” Under The FAA
Duane Morris Takeaways: On May 1, 2026, in Bernal et al. V. Kohl’s Corporation et al., No. 24-2806, 2026 WL 1193991 (7th Cir. May 1, 2026), the U.S…
War Series: Can War Set Aside an Arbitration Award? Applying the Dubai Cassation Court’s Afghan Precedent to the 2026 Iran War
The 2026 Iran War introduces logistical and administrative challenges for commercial operations across the Middle East. As contracting parties…
Artificial Intelligence Hallucinations in Arbitration: Analyzing the Landmark Award Annulment in ARIHQ c. Santé Québec
The advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has brought unprecedented capabilities and efficiencies to the legal profession. However…
Bracketology in Mediations: How, Why and When to Use Brackets to Optimize the Potential for Settlement
In mediation, every move sends a message—and few tools shape that message more strategically than brackets. Used at the right time, brackets can help…
National security implications in ISDS vis-à-vis AI regulation
Technological advances create novel security risks, prompting States to adopt national security measures that restrict foreign investors in this…
Eight JAMS Neutrals Recognized as 2026 Best Lawyers by D Magazine
Irvine, Calif. - JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that eight JAMS…
KSA Investment Law - One Year On
Dispute Resolution Insights, we examine the first twelve months of Saudi Arabia's modernised Investment Law framework and consider…
B.C. Amends Environmental Assessment Act: New Dispute Resolution Processes and Limits to U.S. Tribes’ Participation
On April 16, 2026, the province of British Columbia passed Bill 15, the Environmental Assessment Amendment Act, 2026 (Bill 15), to amend the dispute…
Refusal to mediate was not unreasonable and did not warrant costs sanction
The Technology and Construction Court (TCC) has held that neither a successful defendant's refusal to mediate nor a last-minute change in its…
The UAE as an AI Hub: When Substance Matters More Than Structure
China’s recent decision to block Meta’s acquisition of AI agent company Manus and to require the deal to be unwound has underlined that geography…
Singhania & Partners Secures Major Arbitration Awards for NHAI in Twin Infrastructure Disputes: Combined Claimant Demands Exceeding ₹83,754.5 Million Substantially Resisted and Rejected
New Delhi - Singhania & Partners is pleased to announce significant victories for the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in two complex…
Arbitration Clauses Not a Shield Against a Winding-Up Petition
In San Leon Energy plc v Brightwaters Energy Ltd [2026] IEHC 1, the Irish High Court (Mr. Justice Kennedy) confirmed that a broadly worded…
Procedural Fairness as a “Question of Law”: What the British Columbia Court of Appeal’s Decision Means for Arbitration Appeals
In Green Light Solutions Corp. v. Kern BSG Management Ltd., the British Columbia Court of Appeal held that alleged bre…
Managing disputes in Energy Projects: Hope for the best but be prepared for the worst
Disputes can arise through no fault of your own and when they do, having clear and effective contractual mechanisms in place to achieve an efficient…
Taiwan Construction Disputes: Where International Contractors Lose in Time and Money
Taiwan has spent the last two decades in the shadow of cross-strait politics, often described abroad as a small island under pressure. The AI moment…
Kohut v. Yagelniski, 2026 BCSC 714: Family Arbitration, Finality, and the Limits of Appealing a Last Best Offer Award
In Kohut v. Yagelniski, 2026 BCSC 714, Justice Wilson illustrated the court’s limits to reviewing a family arbitral award reached through the “last…
The settlement phase during the WAMCA proceedings
Dispute resolution WAMCA - The settlement phase This Insight is part of the series: Navigating Dutch Class Actions (WAMCA). Read our first…
After the Gavel Falls: Can the Losing Party Still Seek Interim Relief under Section 9?
Summary: In a landmark 2026 ruling, the Supreme Court of India has decisively reshaped the contours of post‑award interim relief under Section 9 of…
International Arbitration Enforcement in a Minute
In this 60-second video, Global Co-Head of International Arbitration Will O'Brien shares a practical drafting tip on arbitration clauses—why…
Supreme Court Settles the Debate: Can a Losing Party in Arbitration Seek Interim Protection After the Award?
The Supreme Court, in Home Care Retail Marts Private Limited v Haresh N. Sanghavi, 2026 SCC OnLine SC 670 resolved a long-standing conflict amongst…
El rol preventivo del abogado litigante en la administración contractual
En la práctica empresarial, lo usual es que los abogados litigantes sean llamados cuando el conflicto contractual se materialice, generalmente con…
Effective Strategies for Preparing Clients for Mediation
Mediation succeeds when clients arrive informed, organized, and emotionally ready to engage in principled negotiation. As counsel, your role is to…
Dublin expected as the venue for CAS Sports Arbitrations after UEFA Reform
In February 2026, the Union of European Football Associations (“UEFA”) amended its Statutes (being the foundational constitutional document of UEFA)…
Arbitration: Could AI Decide Your Next Dispute?
The AAA’s AI Arbitrator is poised to expand beyond construction disputes. Interested practitioners should learn its workflow, assess which disputes…
Court of Appeal of Trinidad and Tobago upholds set aside of US$126m arbitration award
The Court of Appeal of Trinidad and Tobago has handed down its judgment in National Infrastructure Development Company Limited v Construtora OAS SA…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Clarifies Bad Faith and Arbitration Exposure for Sureties
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision in Eastern Steel Constructors, Inc. v. International Fidelity Insurance Co., 2026 WL 457805 (Pa. Feb. 18…
ABA Opinion 518: A Reaffirmation of Established Ethics Rule; Not a Constraint on Effective Lawyer-Mediators
The American Bar Association recently issued Formal Opinion 518 addressing the ethical obligations of lawyers serving as third-party neutral…