Insights: Results

Eight Ways Arbitration Agreements Can Hurt Employers

by Kraig J. Marton

Arbitration might seem like an appealing alternative, but it could cost you time and money.

Spoliation Allegations Spread into Arbitration

by Elizabeth Del Cid and Katherine McGrail

Changes in Employment Arbitration for 2025

by Brandon D. Saxon, Debra Ellwood Meppen and Laurie Villanueva

What businesses need to know to stay ahead of the curve.

Racial Discrimination Suit Against NFL May End in Arbitration

by John Ettorre

A former Miami Dolphins head coach is up against the NLF in a discrimination case that is on a path to arbitration; the NFL remains focused on equality for their diverse coaching staff.

California Appeals Court Reverses Workplace Arbitration Decision

by Greg Sirico

Labor Code 432.6, a newly proposed set of legislation in California, was recently met with a successful ruling, but state officials are now reversing that decision.

Arbitration or Litigation? Key Contract Considerations

by Brian P. Rickert

In drafting contracts, one provision that must be considered for inclusion is the way disputes are resolved.

Cedric C. Chao, San Francisco "Lawyer of the Year" for Arbitration 2018

by Nicole Ortiz

Cedric C. Chao of DLA Piper was named 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" for Arbitration.

New York Passes 9/11 Notice Act

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the newly enacted 9/11 Notice Act, which seeks to find individuals eligible for medical care coverage under different federal programs.

Bidding Wars: Understanding Federal Bid Protests

by Lori Ann Lange

Federal government contracting can be convoluted. Here’s a primer on filing a bid protest for parties who think they’ve been wronged.

We Have an Arbitration Agreement, So What Are We Doing in Court?

by Patricia H. Thompson

Arbitration is meant to avoid litigation, not cause it. But vague or flawed contract language can lead parties straight to court—and years of delay.

Florida’s CHOICE Act

by Michael J. Gore and Dallas F. Dorosy

Drastic Changes in Noncompete Agreements

A Balancing Act

by Joseph Milizio

New York State recently passed a landmark law that expands LGBTQ couples’ ability to start a family while protecting surrogates’ rights.

How to Advise Clients in International Arbitration and Mediation

by Best Lawyers

Karl Pörnbacher discusses how his firm stays at the forefront of advising clients.

Individual Arbitration of ERISA Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims – Is it Possible and, if So, Is It Worth It?

by Myron D. Rumeld, Tulio D. Chirinos and Sydney Juliano

Proskauer lawyers discuss whether it is possible and advisable to seek arbitration of ERISA claims.

What is The Grieving Families Act (2022)?

by Michael L. Taub

Best Lawyers honoree Michael Taub explains The Grieving Families Act and what it means for wrongful death and malpractice cases in New York.

Connecticut’s “Clean Slate” Act Could Bolster State Workforce

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers weighs in on Connecticut's newly enacted Clean Slate Act and how it's changing the state's employment landscape.