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SB 940 expands discovery in California arbitrations, making civil-style subpoenas the new norm - unless parties clearly opt out.

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How big tech defends algorithmic addiction in the name of the First Amendment.

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The California State Bar is facing a series of controversies, including the use of AI-generated questions on its bar exam, con...

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As the State Bar struggles to implement SB 940's vague mandate for ADR certification, philosophical divisions and practice cha...

As mass arbitration cases multiply, a new approach to managing procedural complexities offers potential benefits to all parties.

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The art of disrobing: how one retired judge balances judicial authority with approachability to maximize settlement results.

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