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The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has published an updated version of its Arbitration Rules, coming into force almost immediately from June 1, 2026 and applicable to all arbitrations commenced from that date....more
On May 28, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Flower Foods, Inc. v. Brock, clarifying the scope of the transportation worker exemption under the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)....more
On May 28, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Flowers Foods, Inc. v. Brock, No. 24-935, clarifying that certain “last-mile” delivery drivers may fall within the Federal Arbitration Act’s...more
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