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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

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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

Bennett Jones LLP

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

Ballard Spahr LLP

New Study Suggests Investors Place Significant Value on Arbitration Clauses and Class-Action Waivers

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For years, the debate over mandatory arbitration clauses and class-action waivers in consumer financial services contracts has largely focused on questions of consumer protection, access to justice, the validity of class...more

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House Passes Bill to Reshape First Union Contract Negotiations: What Employers Need to Know About the Faster Labor Contracts Act

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A bill that would impose strict timelines and mandatory binding arbitration on first union contract negotiations passed the US House yesterday, marking a pivotal step in what could end up being a sea change in the country’s...more

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Connecticut Adds Local Attorney Qualification Requirement for Arbitrators

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Connecticut has adopted a new arbitrator-qualification requirement that may affect arbitration provisions, arbitrator selection, and pending proceedings seated in Connecticut. ...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

Artificial Intelligence Firms Continue To Be Targeted for Independent Contractor Misclassification Claims: May 2026 IC Legal News...

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In 2025, we published blog posts about two class action lawsuits by workers alleging independent contractor (IC) misclassification by two artificial intelligence (AI) companies. The first blog post involved an IC...more

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U.S. House Passes Bill That Aims to Speed Up Collective Bargaining

On June 9, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 230–193 to pass the Faster Labor Contracts Act (FLCA). The legislation would impose a one-size-fits-all collective bargaining timeline on employers and unions,...more

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The 2026 Revisions to the ICC Arbitration Rules Enter Into Force

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The 2026 revisions to the International Chamber of Commerce ("ICC") Arbitration Rules ("2026 Rules") have entered into force on 1 June 2026. They introduce targeted reforms to enhance efficiency, transparency and procedural...more

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Final Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations Rule Under the No Surprises Act

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The US Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and the Treasury, along with the Office of Personnel Management, (collectively, Departments) have issued a final rule (Final Rule) updating the federal independent...more

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An Overview Of Construction Disputes In The UAE

The United Arab Emirates has established itself as a top destination for ambitious construction and real estate development because it keeps investing in infrastructure, tourism, and mixed-use developments. This also made it...more

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