On the other hand, empirical research has important limitations in its ability to demonstrate the presence or absence of actual bias, even at a systemic level, thus reinforcing the need for institutional safeguards.Application of the Unidroit Principles in China: Successes, Shortcomings and Implications Manjiao Chi Abstract:   [read post]

In light of the initial quantitative findings for a pre-2007 population of arbitration awards, but recognizing the need for replication and methods to facilitate qualitative and normative assessments of ICSID, this Article concludes by suggesting that there may be value in implementing tailored reforms and structural safeguards to address arguable concerns of bias, improve the management of international economic conflict, and minimize a potential backlash to the international investment… [read post]

Regular readers of this blog know my view that the  rise of collective investor actions outside the United States is one of the most important developments in the world of directors’ and officers’ liability in recent years. [read post]

Rick Georges considers whether Wolfram Alpha is a reliable, albeit less intelligent, substitute for Marvin or that other paranoid entity, Google. [read post]