The Fifth Circuit disregards manifest disregard as a way to vacate an arbitration award - even if it’s dressed up as lack of authority.

AI meets section 101. Things didn’t go so well for AI this time.

The College of Commercial Arbitrators Supports the Rule of Law

Arbitral summonses/subpoenas part 3: a practical approach

Arbitral summonses/subpoenas part 2: arbitrator power over discovery of non-parties

The Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center announces its 2025 Tech List of leading technology neutrals.

Using subpoenas - also called summonses - in arbitration can be tricky. Here is an approach to dealing with them.

AI and experts. Two tales and a few lessons.

Big Trademark Verdict for Stone Brewing Upheld and Craft Breweries Rejoice: Lessons to Be Learned?

AI strikes again. Cases made up. Lawyer sanctioned.

Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center celebrates 10 years

Determining what arbitration act and law applies in the arbitration can be a problem if you don’t address the issue in your arbitration clause.

The ABA has issued an Opinion on ethical use of Generative AI by lawyers.

The Federal Circuit changes the test for design patent obviousness

SVAMC finalizes its Guidelines for Use of AI in Arbitration

The Patent Office issues guidance on AI and patents.

AI makes mistakes. So, look out.

Press release: SVAMC announces 2024 Tech List of Neutrals

AI in Arbitration: Guidelines and Considerations for Arbitrators

I Asked AI About AI in courts and arbitration. Here’s what it told me.