The independence and impartiality of the judges and arbitrators are recognized in all legal systems today. In the context of arbitration, the arbitrators' neutrality is even more important since the arbitrators can be challenged by the parties if they do not meet the double requirements. Indeed, it is well accepted that parties can experience a fair process if the adherence to the central themes in the arbitration is enhanced. This principle ...
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The ‘United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation’ (the Convention) was signed by 46 countries on August 7, 2019 in an official ceremony held in Singapore. The Convention, known as the ‘Singapore Mediation Convention’ is the product of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), and in particular, the Working Group II (Dispute Resolution), which aimed at establishing an international regime for the enforcement of ...
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When we are talking about the choice of law in contracts, we mean the law which applies to the contract and governs that agreement. Usually, two factions participating in a business deal are bound by a commercial contract. The legal documents that bind these parties together comprise rules which either side needs to follow. The contractual agreement will dictate the severe consequences of actions that are not favored by either party. ...
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