Abstract With the increasing complexity and globalization in societies, the conventional system of the judiciary is unable to cope with the increased caseloads, delays, and expenses. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) including arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and negotiation has become an effective and versatile tool of settling disputes out of court. This paper discusses the developments, trends and technological changes that...
Introduction Competition law is an essential tool for ensuring level playing fields and against anti-competitive practices. The different jurisdictions, however, have evolved distinct approaches based on their economic and political environments. The United States led the way, with the Sherman Act of 1890 providing the foundation for contemporary antitrust law, followed by the Clayton Act (1914) and the Federal...
Abstract Broadcasting rights in sports are a major financial asset often sparking complex legal battles and regulatory oversight. The fierce competition for exclusive broadcasting rights can lead to monopoly-like situations, which might hurt market competition and viewers’ interests. This post looks at how broadcasting rights in sports and competition law overlap examining how legal systems make sure there’s fair...
Abstract Mass displacement has become a defining feature of the 21st century. Conflict, political repression, climate disasters and collapsing economies are forcing millions of people to seek protection beyond their borders. In this environment, states are under growing pressure to redesign their legal pathways available to people who have no choice but to flee. While international refugee law offers...
Introduction: The Problem of AI Liability Artificial intelligence increasingly influences decision-making in finance, healthcare, employment, transportation, and public administration. As these systems become more independent and less transparent, figuring out who is legally responsible when AI causes harm is a growing problem. Traditional liability models assume direct human control and intention, ideas that no longer apply when algorithms learn,...
IntroductionThe idea of justice, once confined to human interactions, is now steadily widening its horizon to include the non-human world. In India, this philosophical shift has found resonance within constitutional and judicial thought, giving rise to what can be called “the expanding circle of justice.” As societies evolve, so do their moral and legal understandings of what it means...
INTRODUCTION The doctrine of corporate attribution is a legal concept that lets courts hold a corporation responsible for the actions and intentions of its key individuals, often referred to as its “directing mind and will.” This means that if someone in a leadership position within the company, like an officer or agent, acts within their responsibilities, the corporation can...
IntroductionThe issue of driving under the influence of alcohol has been a matter of significant legal and social concern under drunk driving law. To curb road accidents and ensure road safety, law enforcement authorities often rely on breath analyzer (Breathalyzer) tests to determine whether a person has consumed alcohol beyond the permissible legal limit. However, the evidentiary value of...
ABSTRACT The rise of Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) in contemporary armed conflicts presents a significant challenge to the application and enforcement of International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Traditionally, IHL has been designed to regulate the conduct of war between sovereign states. However, with the increasing prevalence of asymmetric warfare, internal armed conflicts, and transnational insurgencies, the role of NSAGs in...
ABSTRACTThe Ministry of Home Affairs’ Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has become the top agency in India’s multi-tiered system for fighting drug trafficking and enforcing the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act). The structural role of the NCB, its coordination with central and state agencies, and its influence on the development of India’s drug law enforcement system...