Global Trends | Law | Society Introduction: New Age of Litigation Across the globe, lawsuits are increasingly becoming the primary mechanism for resolving disputes—spanning corporate conflicts, environmental damage, consumer rights, intellectual property, and political grievances. From multibillion-dollar cross-border suits to local class actions, the legal system has emerged as a
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AI Trends in Coding and Programming: Implications for the Tech and Legal Industries
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, its impact is beginning to reshape numerous industries, including technology and law. One of the most significant developments is AI’s growing ability to perform tasks traditionally carried out by human professionals, such as coding and programming. While the tech
Right to Repair Reignited: Deere Faces FTC Antitrust Suit, While Tesla Skates by
Automotive Law | Business | Global Trends The legal terrain of the “Right to Repair” movement saw a critical divergence this June, as a federal judge ruled that Deere & Company must face a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and multiple state attorneys general over alleged antitrust violations.
Litigating the Haze: South Sumatrans Bring Landmark Environmental Suit Against Plantation Giants
Environmental Law | Global Trends | Society | Asia In what could become a watershed moment for environmental litigation in Southeast Asia, twelve residents from Palembang and surrounding areas in South Sumatra, Indonesia, have filed a citizen lawsuit against three major pulpwood plantation companies. The suit alleges environmental destruction and
Landmark Win for Lessors: UK High Court Orders Insurers to Pay Billions for Stranded Aircrafts
Aviation Law | International Arbitration | Geopolitics In one of the most consequential insurance rulings in recent years, the UK High Court has ruled in favor of multiple aircraft leasing companies—including AerCap and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE)—in a multibillion-dollar dispute against global insurers over aircraft stranded in Russia. The judgment,
The Gladue Principles: A Canadian Legal Framework with Global Potential
Global Trends | Indigenous Law | Global Justice Rethinking Justice for Indigenous Peoples Across the globe, Indigenous populations are overrepresented in criminal justice systems facing disproportionate rates of incarceration, systemic discrimination, and intergenerational trauma rooted in colonial histories. In Canada, this long-standing crisis led to the development of a unique legal
Plasma Power: Electrifying the Chemical Industry and the Legal Frameworks That Must Follow
Global Trends | Technology law | Innovation A New Era of Electrified Chemistry The global race toward net-zero industrial emissions is catalyzing an energy transformation in one of the hardest-to-abate sectors: chemical manufacturing. As traditional fossil-fueled processes come under increasing regulatory and environmental pressure, a cutting-edge solution has emerged something known as
Biomedicine at the Crossroads: Legal Gaps, Global Risks, and the Need for Unified Regulation
Global Trends | Innovation | Biotech Law | Global Policy From gene editing and neural implants to lab-grown organs and AI-driven diagnostics, biomedicine is transforming human health at an unprecedented pace. These technologies promise cures, longevity, and enhanced quality of life—but they also raise profound ethical, legal, and social concerns. As biotechnological
Necessity is The Father of Innovation in the Legal Industry
The legal profession has long been seen as conservative, rooted in precedent, tradition, and formality. But in recent years especially in the wake of global disruptions change has not just come knocking. It has forced the doors open to the industry. For decades, we’ve leaned on the familiar phrase: “Necessity is the
How Political Instability leads to Economic Fragility and Its Implication on the Legal Industry
Economic and political fragility around the world can significantly impact the stability of nations and their ability to foster growth and development. In regions marked by fragility, governance systems are often weak, institutions are prone to corruption, and the economy is vulnerable to shocks. These factors create an environment where