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Podcast - Ejecución de facturas electrónicas

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En el episodio 50 de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", el socio Edwin Cortés conversa con Lorena Martínez, abogada de litigios y derecho inmobiliario, sobre el cobro ejecutivo de facturas electrónicas. Lorena explica que las...more

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Game Changer: Rule 11-h Reshapes New York Complex Business Disputes

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New York’s Commercial Division has long prided itself on adopting practices and procedures similar to the federal courts. A recent amendment to its rules takes a further step in that direction by mandating initial disclosures...more

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Bennett Jones Acts for CPKC in Setting Aside "Extraordinary" C$228 Million Award on Commercial Land Deal

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On July 2, 2025, the Court of Appeal of Alberta set aside a C$228 million judgment against Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CPKC) and the Province of Alberta (the Province), arising from a failed real estate transaction....more

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New Texas Legislation Means More Corporate Cases Will Be Resolved in Specialized Texas Business Courts

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The Texas Legislature has refined the structure and jurisdiction of the Texas Business Court through amendments signed by Governor Abbott on June 21, 2025. The changes aim to broaden the court’s authority, streamline complex...more

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The Dubai Cassation Court's recent ruling on the legal concept of Without Prejudice.

In the UAE, the common law legal principle of without prejudice is usually not applied in onshore courts. This legal concept, which is found in many legal systems, ensures that statements made during settlement discussions...more

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Master the First Moves in Litigation for Courtroom Advantage – Speaking of Litigation Video Podcast

Early decisions in high-stakes litigation can shape both the courtroom and public narratives, yet critical first-move strategies are underutilized. Why It Matters: • Setting the Tone Early: Find out how pre-litigation...more

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Mexico’s Judicial Reform: Why Arbitration is Now Essential for Protecting Your Business

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On June 1, 2025, Mexico implemented a sweeping Judicial Reform that changes the very foundation of how justice is administered in the country. Judges, magistrates, and justices are now chosen through popular elections—a major...more

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Texas Expands Jurisdiction of Texas Business Courts

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On June 20, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 40 (HB 40), a piece of legislation that expands the Texas Business Court’s jurisdiction and streamlines procedures to expedite commercial disputes....more

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Federal Court Enforces Forum Selection Clause in Dealer Dispute with Equipment Manufacturer

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A federal district court recently enforced a forum selection clause in National Equipment Dealers, LLC v. IROCK Crushers LLC, transferring the case to Ohio and confirming the enforceability of venue clauses in commercial...more

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From Promise to Practice: Resolving the Mediation Paradox in Europe

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This article explores the enduring underuse of mediation in civil and commercial disputes across the European Union (EU) and U.K., a phenomenon known as the "mediation paradox." Despite decades of policy support and legal...more

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Singapore High Court Allows Creditor’s Challenge Against Liquidator's Admission of Another Creditor's Proof of Debt

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In the recent case of Park Hotel Group Management Pte Ltd v Aw Eng Hai (in his capacity as a joint and several liquidator of Park Hotel CQ Pte Ltd (in liquidation) and others [2025] SGHC 97, the General Division of the High...more

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House Bill 40 Approved by the Texas Legislature—Expanding Business Court Jurisdiction and Operations

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As an update to Vinson & Elkins’ prior coverage of House Bill 40 (“H.B. 40”)—new legislation that expands the jurisdiction and operations of the recently opened Texas business courts—both houses of the Texas Legislature...more

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Texas Business Court Will Have Broader Jurisdiction Over Complex Business Disputes

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The Texas Legislature in 2023 created its first Business Court, making Texas the 31st state to establish a specialized court to adjudicate complex business disputes. The Business Court is divided into 11 divisions...more

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House Bill 40 Relating to the Texas Business Court Passes the Texas Senate

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Last week, the Texas Senate passed House Bill 40 (“HB 40”), pushing the legislation’s changes to Texas’s new Business Court one step closer to enactment. With no anticipated obstacles, Governor Abbott is expected to sign HB...more

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London Partner Roberta Downey Wired for Disputes: Tech, Infrastructure, and the New Frontier of Risk

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“We’re at a moment where the drive for innovation is clashing with the realities of risk.” – Roberta Downey In this video, London partner Roberta Downey examines how rapid technological change — from offshore wind to soaring...more

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Big News for Virginia Litigation: Jurisdictional Limits in General District Court Increased to $50,000

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As of March 21, 2025, the Virginia General Assembly and Governor have approved a significant change to Virginia’s civil and commercial court system. Every business owner, real estate professional, attorney, and claims...more

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From 1925 to Today: How the FAA Transformed Dispute Resolution

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In 1925, Congress enacted the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) requiring courts to enforce agreements to arbitrate as valid contract provisions. Business communities and trade associations campaigned vigorously in support of its...more

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Fifth Circuit Reverses Decision Denying Motion to Compel International Arbitration

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The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently reversed a district court’s denial of a motion to compel arbitration, concluding that the contract between the parties evinced an intent to arbitrate even if the purported arbitral...more

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Mediation: Cracking the Hardest Nuts

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The last couple of years have seen a dramatic rise in the promotion of alternative dispute resolution generally and mediation in particular by the English judiciary. The Court of Appeal in Churchill v. Merthyr Tydfil County...more

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Upending the Ground Rules: Proposed Major Overhaul of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure

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In September 2023, Chief Justice Morawetz of the Superior Court of Justice and Attorney General Doug Downey announced an initiative to undertake a comprehensive review of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, with a view to...more

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CJEU Ruling on Asymmetric Jurisdiction Clause Validity—Towards (un)Certainty?

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The Court of Justice of the European Union ("CJEU") recently issued an important ruling in the case of Società Italiana Lastre SpA (SIL) v. Agora SARL (C-537/23). The decision addresses the validity criteria of asymmetric...more

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Legal Remedies for Breach of Fiduciary Duty Among Restaurant Partners

Restaurant partnerships often thrive on mutual trust, shared goals, and a commitment to success. However, when one partner puts personal interests ahead of the business or violates that trust, it can lead to a breach of...more

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Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods to Consider

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When legal disputes arise in the business world, taking the matter to court can often be time-consuming, expensive, and disruptive to business operations. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods provide practical and...more

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Writing Persuasive Closing Briefs

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11 essential tips to strengthen your final arbitration submission - Writing a strong closing brief is one of the most important steps in the arbitration process. The final submission to the arbitrator offers counsel an...more

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Court Decides Lessees Failure to Engage Wont Fly

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The High Court has delivered a decision in AWAS Netherlands A320-1 BV v Pacific Airlines Aviation Joint Stock Company in relation to an amount of lease rental and other damages Pacific Airlines (the Defendant) owed AWAS (the...more

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