United States: Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

After terminating the employment of Julie Simpson (Guardian’s COO), Guardian’s CEO/owner sued Simpson for a variety of claims, including breach of contract, interference with prospective...

Federal courts issued four significant decisions in the first quarter of 2026 addressing the intersection of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and maintaining attorney-client privilege...

Tennessee businesses defending personal injury claims are increasingly confronting disputes over medical damages, particularly treatment provided outside traditional health insurance systems through Letters of Protection.

Recent court decisions in Delaware and New Jersey have delivered significant victories for policyholders in disputes over D&O insurance coverage and construction defect claims.

The International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has announced its revised 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules (the Rules), which entered into force on June 1, 2026. Per the ICC, the amendments are aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in ICC proceedings, strengthening confidence in the arbitral process, and codifying several practices that have already developed under existing ICC case administration.

Africa has become a focal point where geopolitical tensions between Western states, China and Russia, increased political instability and the global scramble for critical minerals intersect. These forces drive high‑stakes investor-state disputes, many of which take place before arbitral tribunals.

Kristine Argentine and Paul Yovanic examine the evolving landscape of arbitration, exploring recent developments in litigation strategy, shifting judicial perspectives, and the growing use of coordinated mass filings. They offer practical insights into when arbitration provisions still make sense and when companies may want to rethink their approach in light of current risks and trends.

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming how mergers and acquisitions are conducted, from streamlining due diligence processes to introducing novel legal considerations when acquiring AI-powered companies. Legal experts examine the practical challenges and opportunities that arise at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and transactional law, offering guidance for navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.

Utah's H.B. 397 establishes livestreaming as the default for open court proceedings, requiring the Administrative Office of the Courts to broadcast hearings and trials online while maintaining recordings for public access.

For hundreds of years, the world’s sovereign nations refused to allow any other foreign sovereign to be sued in their courts without the sovereign’s consent. The guiding principle was “absolute sovereign immunity,” an outgrowth of the ancient legal precept rex non potest peccare, understood to mean “the king can do no wrong.” The principle also was recognized as wise foreign policy because it extended "grace and comity" to other sovereigns.

The U.S. Supreme Court's April 22, 2026, decision in Hencely v. Fluor Corp. rejected the recent expansion of the government-contractor defense for private contractors working on certain federal projects...

Recent Supreme Court decisions have fundamentally reshaped the legal protections available to government contractors facing tort claims and civil litigation. The Court's rulings in GEO Group v. Menocal and Hencely v. Fluor Corp. have narrowed the scope of contractor immunities and eliminated key procedural advantages, forcing contractors to reassess their risk exposure when performing work under federal contracts.