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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

New York attorney general alleges arbitration platform ‘secretly collaborated’ with merchant cash advance companies

On June 8, the New York Attorney General (OAG) announced a petition filed in the New York County Supreme Court, alleging that an online arbitration platform and its founders misrepresented the platform’s arbitration services...more

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NSW Court of Appeal rules IATA arbitration clause not binding in dnata v Polar Air Cargo

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A recent decision from the NSW Court of Appeal held that Article 9 of the relevant IATA Standard Group Handling Agreement (SGHA) was not a binding arbitration agreement within the meaning of the International Arbitration Act...more

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The 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules – A GCC perspective

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Recalibrating ICC arbitration for GCC users On 23 March 2026, the International Chamber of Commerce approved revised Rules of Arbitration, which came into force on 1 June 2026. These revised Rules replaced the 2021 ICC...more

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

Pattie Gonia vs. Patagonia – Why Posting About an Ongoing Lawsuit May be a Risky Move

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Recently, social media personality Pattie Gonia shared a video with her more than 2 million Instagram and TikTok followers to draw attention to a lawsuit by clothing brand Patagonia filed against her in January....more

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The new ICC Arbitration Rules: Greater efficiency and speed for dispute resolution in Latin America

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On June 1, 2026, the new Arbitration Rules (“2026 Rules”) of the International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) entered into force, replacing the 2021 Rules. The amendments incorporated into the 2026 Rules stem from consultations...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Duel of the Forums – Court Declines Receivership Application in Favour of Existing Arbitration Process

In Alberta Finance & Mortgage Corporation v. Westana Asset Management Corp., the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta (Court) denied applications (Receivership Applications) by Alberta Finance & Mortgage Corporation (AFMC) for...more

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Proposed updates to the DIFC Arbitration Law: stronger tribunals, faster challenges and a new mediation framework

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The Dubai International Financial Centre ("DIFC") has launched a consultation on proposed amendments to the DIFC Arbitration Law. If enacted, the amendments would represent the most significant update to the DIFC arbitration...more

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The 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules: A German perspective

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The 2026 ICC Rules of Arbitration entered into force on 1 June 2026. German parties are consistently among the most frequent users of ICC arbitration, ranking among the top three nationalities in recent years. This alert...more

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CMS Finalizes Federal IDR Operations Rule: Key Changes to the No Surprises Act Dispute Resolution Process for Providers

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The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and Treasury (the "Departments") and the Office of Personnel Management released a Final Rule on May 28, 2026, significantly restructuring the Federal Independent...more

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Sword v Seat: Why Star Hydro v NTDCL is a case to watch

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In a two-day hearing, the UK Supreme Court will hear the appeal in Star Hydro Power Limited v National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited. ...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Notable Changes to the ICC Arbitration Rules

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Rules of Arbitration are commonly used to resolve international commercial disputes and parties routinely agreed to be bound by them in their arbitration agreements....more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Mise à jour du règlement d’arbitrage de la Chambre de commerce internationale

L’arbitrage est un outil de plus en plus populaire pour régler des différends de façon efficace. Le rythme et la mondialisation des activités commerciales évoluant rapidement, la nécessité qu’il existe un processus de...more

Proskauer - Labor Relations Update

Faster is Not Always Better: House Passes Bill Seeking Radical Change in First Contract Bargaining

In a surprise move, on June 9, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act (“FLCA”) by a vote of 230-193, sending the bill to the Senate.  The legislation—passed without Republican leadership...more

Bracewell LLP

OFAC Clarifies – and Slightly Loosens – the US Law Requirement in Key Venezuela General Licenses

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Many of the initial authorizations key to the US government’s efforts at a controlled reopening of the Venezuelan energy, petrochemical and minerals sectors required contracts with the Government of Venezuela, Petróleos de...more

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Supreme Court Expands Scope of FAA’s Transportation-Worker Exemption

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On May 28, the US Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Flowers Foods, Inc. v. Brock, holding that a worker who transports goods on an intrastate leg of an interstate journey may qualify for the Federal Arbitration...more

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US House of Representatives Passes Bill to Accelerate First Union Contracts

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The US House of Representatives has passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act (H.R. 5408) (FLCA), a bill that would fundamentally reshape how employers negotiate first collective bargaining agreements with newly certified unions....more

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Federal Court Rejects Provincial Consumer Protection Claims - Decision Limits Application to Federal Law Claims

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In recent years, several provinces have taken steps to prevent suppliers from restricting consumers’ access to the courts via class proceedings or otherwise. In 2025, British Columbia joined the likes of Ontario, Québec,...more

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12 Ways to Help You “Win” at Your Next Mediation

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Whether you're representing a plaintiff, defendant, business owner or insurer, thoughtful preparation can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful outcome. The following checklist highlights 12 practical ways to...more

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The Most Important Labor Bill You've Never Heard Of

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For years, employers have heard predictions of sweeping labor law reform.  Indeed, past legislation has been a compelling talking point in presidential elections. Who doesn’t remember the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) which...more

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Congress Advances “Faster Labor Contracts Act,” Imposing Strict Timelines and Binding Arbitration for First Union Agreements

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On June 9, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act (H.R. 5408), a bipartisan bill aimed at accelerating negotiations for initial collective bargaining agreements under the National Labor...more

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Final IDR Rules Could Give Employers Some Relief, Eventually

Employers frustrated by the rising costs of out-of-network claims covered by the No Surprises Act may have some relief on the horizon under final regulations for the Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) system published June...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

No Surprises in Dispute Resolution: Final Rule Improves IDR Process for Providers

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On May 28, the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor and the Treasury (collectively, the Departments), along with the Office of Personnel Management, released a final rule updating the federal Independent...more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Stage 1 of the Scams Prevention Framework

On 28 May 2026, the Treasury published stage 1 of its long-awaited package of laws and consultations to designate, implement and operationalise the Scams Prevention Framework (SPF). Other stages will follow (discussed below)....more

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Updated: The Faster Labor Contracts Act Would Permit Federal Government To Impose Union Contract Terms On Employers

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On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the House of Representatives passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act by a vote of 230-191. The union-supported bill would amend the National Labor Relations Act to significantly expedite negotiations...more

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

Colorado Court of Appeals Limits Use of Medical Powers of Attorney to Bind Residents to Arbitration

On June 4, 2026, a division of the Colorado Court of Appeals held that a medical durable power of attorney (MDPOA) does not, by itself, give an agent authority to sign a binding arbitration agreement on behalf of the...more

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