WHEN AN OPT-OUT FROM ADJUDICATION STILL LEADS TO COMPULSORY CONCILIATION Legal Insight No. 009 | 22 September 2026 Jurist & Jurist International WHEN AN OPT-OUT FROM ADJUDICATION STILL LEADS TO COMPULSORY CONCILIATION Cambodia-Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand: Understanding Article 298 of UNCLOS International dispute settlement is built fundamentally upon State consent. A State is […]
U.S. Appeals Court Rejects Rapid Third-Country Deportation Policy: Due Process Before Removal A government may possess the legal authority to remove a non-citizen, but that authority does not necessarily permit removal to any country without notice, examination of the risks involved, or an opportunity to be heard. This distinction lies at the heart of the […]
U.S.–Canada Trade Dispute: When a Tariff Becomes an Import Ban Legal Insight No. 005 | 18 September 2026 Jurist Jurist International The latest escalation in the trade dispute between the United States and Canada is significant for a reason that extends well beyond the tariff rates appearing in news headlines. The dispute has entered a […]
Can Arbitration End a Claim Early? Hong Kong Court Upholds HKIAC Early Determination Award Legal Insight No. 002 | 16 September 2026 Jurist & Jurist International The Hong Kong Court of First Instance upheld an HKIAC early determination award in A v B1 and B2 [2026] HKCFI 2444. What does the decision mean for procedural […]
When an Arbitral Award Meets Public Policy: Hong Kong Court Refuses Enforcement in K v JX Legal Insight No. 001 | 15 September 2026 Jurist & Jurist International Meta description: In K v JX [2026] HKCFI 2854, the Hong Kong Court refused enforcement of a Mainland arbitral award arising from a settlement signed without corporate […]
White Collar Crime Lawyer India: Understanding Economic Offence Investigations, Corporate Fraud Risks and Defence Strategies When a Business Decision Becomes a Criminal Investigation For a business owner, promoter, director or senior executive, receiving a notice from an investigation agency is often a moment of serious concern. A transaction that was entered into years ago, a […]
International Law and Indian Court Jurisdiction: Enforcing Foreign Judgments and Protecting Cross-Border Legal Rights When a Foreign Judgment Reaches India: The First Legal Question Consider a situation where an international company obtains a favourable decree from a foreign court against an Indian entity. The judgment debtor, however, has assets, bank accounts or business interests in […]
The Revolution of AI in Healthcare: A Global Perspective Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry at a global level, significantly enhancing medical research, diagnostics, drug discovery, patient care, and operational efficiencies. AI-driven innovations are transforming the way diseases are detected, diagnosed, and treated, leading to faster, more accurate, and cost-effective healthcare solutions. […]
Understanding Borrowers’ Rights: Legal Safeguards for MSMEs Against Arbitrary Banking Actions Introduction Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) serve as the backbone of India’s economy, contributing significantly to employment and industrial output. Despite their importance, many MSMEs struggle with arbitrary actions by banks, particularly in times of financial distress. Unilateral classification as Non-Performing Assets (NPAs), […]
THE BUNKERS CONVENTION: A DEFINING LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR MARITIME ENVIRONMENTAL ACCOUNTABILITY Introduction: Navigating Liability in Maritime Oil Pollution Maritime trade is the backbone of the global economy, but it also presents significant environmental risks, particularly from bunker oil spills—one of the leading causes of marine pollution. Recognising the need for a structured liability framework, the […]