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2026 Guide to International Arbitration in the Cayman Islands
This guide provides the latest legal information on global arbitration practices and trends, including governing legislation, arbitral tribunals…
Arbitration clause in standard form consumer contract void under the unfair contract terms regime
Suppliers who include mandatory arbitration clauses in standard form contracts directed at consumers or small businesses should stress-test those…
Jerry Spolter, Esq., Honored With Beacon of Justice Award by Legal Aid of Marin
JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that Jerry Spolter, Esq…
General Newsletter - October 2026
On 7 September 2026, SEBI issued Circular, amending the Master Circular for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs), Designated Depository Participants…
When the clock is running: How technology keeps construction arbitration on track
A contractor has 48 hours to stop a performance bond from being called. Somewhere in the project record, across thousands of emails, site diaries…
Guide to drafting jurisdiction clauses
Parties enter contracts expecting them to proceed smoothly. However, disputes can still arise. For that reason, parties should consider at the outset…
Alberta Court Confirms High Bar for Appeals and Set-Asides of Domestic Arbitral Awards
The Alberta Court of King's Bench recently considered a challenge to a domestic arbitral award under the Arbitration Act, RSA 2000, c A-43 in…
Liability without limit? International arbitration at the frontier of artificial intelligence disputes
AI liability disputes are not necessarily technology disputes. They are cross-border, multi-party liability disputes, and international arbitration…
Could AI adjudicators become a reality?
In the current adjudication landscape, with lengthy and complex disputes veering away from the envisioned exercise in “rough justice”, there is a…
Monthly Newsletter - September 2026
The Appellant challenged the impugned order passed by the Hon’ble High Court u/s 37(2)(a) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Act”)…
Opening the Gate: Kingsgate Takes the Standard of Review for Arbitral Appeals to the Supreme Court of Canada
Nearly seven years after Canada (Minister of Citizenship and Immigration) v. Vavilov, 2019 SCC 65 (Vavilov), Canadian Courts still disagree on one…
Arbitration clause in accepted invoices binds the parties despite the absence of a separate signature at the Section 11 stage
The Hon’ble High Court of Delhi considered whether an arbitration agreement existed between the parties where the arbitration clause was contained in…
Arbitrate First, Sue Later? The Ninth Circuit Holds EFAA Rights Can Survive Earlier Arbitration
Ding v. Structure Therapeutics, Inc., 187 F.4th 1231 (9th Cir. 2026), is another decision addressing one of the many debates over the proper…
Richard Chernick, Esq., Honored With the College of Commercial Arbitrators’ President’s Award
Award recognizes meaningful contributions to the field of commercial dispute resolution…
After the award: trends in arbitration challenges - Middle East
Antonia Birt is joined by special guests Noof Ajaji, director of communications and international cooperation at the Supreme Judicial Council of…
AI and International Arbitration - Watching Brief: AI in legal research and arbitrator selection
The use of AI in the legal industry is increasing substantially. A 2026 survey noted that 92% of legal professionals use at least one AI tool as part…
Irish Courts Warm to Cross-Border Evidence Requests: Ice Cap Adventures Explained
The recent Irish High Court case of Runbuk Inc v Ice Cap Adventures1 highlights a highly effective tool in intellectual property litigation involving…
Second Circuit Holds EFAA Invalidates Arbitration Agreements for All Claims In Cases Involving Sexual Harassment
On September 30, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued its opinion in Diaz-Roa v. Hermes Law, P.C., No. 24-3223-CV, 2026 WL…
AI and International Arbitration - Watching Brief #2: AI in legal research and arbitrator selection
The use of AI in the legal industry is increasing substantially. A 2026 survey noted that 92% of legal professionals use at least one AI tool as part…
ADR as a Strategic Enforcement Mechanism in Tackling Trademark Infringement in Thailand
Trademark enforcement in Thailand has become increasingly challenging. For brand owners, one of the challenges is no longer merely identifying…
California: Stay-or-Pay Agreements, Automated Decisions, Family Leave and Other Employment Law Changes for 2027 + Beyond
Most of California’s new requirements take effect 01.01.27, but the automated decision law takes effect 07.01.28 and certain training…
Singapore High Court limits enforceability of CIETAC emergency arbitrator awards in China-seated arbitrations: Implications and a path forward
The dispute arose from a failed Joint Venture between Zhejiang Crystal-Optech Co Ltd (“COT”), a Chinese-incorporated company, and Moveon…
Finality Has A Home: What Yukos Vs. Russia Means For Enfocrcing Civil Law Seat Judgments In India
On 17 July 2026, the English Commercial Court ruled on three preliminary issues in Yukos Capital Ltd. vs. Russian Federation.[1] The central issue…
PMAC launches public consultation on draft FRAND Guidelines Discussion Paper
The Patent Mediation and Arbitration Centre (PMAC) has launched a public consultation on its draft Discussion Paper (Discussion Paper) for the…
Commercial Disputes Weekly Issue 298
Energy, Maritime and Infrastructure: English courts display robust stance on Hague-Visby time bars, jurisdiction agreements and adjudication award…
Landmark CAS ruling on pregnancy discrimination — 5 lessons for women’s football
The recent decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in favour of Swedish footballer Maja Göthberg is a significant ruling for women’s…
CPR Panel Surveys a Season of Unanimous Supreme Court Arbitration Rulings, and Looks at the New Term
The CPR Institute's Arbitration Committee hosted a virtual U.S. Supreme Court 2025-2026 Arbitration Round-Up on Thursday, Sept. 24. The program…
What Happens in Lausanne Doesn’t Stay in Lausanne: U.S. Courts, CAS Decisions, and International Arbitration
The underlying dispute concerned a doping charge by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA), the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tour’s…
Testing Your Arbitration Dispute in a Mock Arbitration
A valuable preparation option for any high-stakes arbitration is the mock arbitration, which serves many of the same purposes as mock trials and jury…
Mega Construction Projects: Early Dispute Planning Matters — So Does Who Decides the Case
Megaprojects rarely fail all at once. Delays accumulate, costs drift, a supplier misses a delivery window, and a disagreement that could have been…