Tim Hampson | Ankura Large construction projects often involve layered contractual relationships, pass‑through claims, and competing commercial interests. When disputes arise, the default approach is frequently adversarial — prime contractors and subcontractors pursue parallel or competing claims, often against each other as much as against the owner. While familiar, this “fight it out” model tends… Continue reading Shared Goals, Superior Results: Using CIAs to Minimize Disputes and Unlock Value in Construction Claims
Month: April 2026
Using Aerial Imagery in Insurance and Related AI: Emerging Regulatory Themes
Paige Waters | Carrier Management As more insurers integrate aerial imagery into underwriting, rating and claims workflows, state insurance departments are responding with a growing body of guidance. While each insurance department bulletin reflects local law and priorities, a fairly consistent regulatory narrative is emerging—one that accepts the technology but insists on disciplined, fair and… Continue reading Using Aerial Imagery in Insurance and Related AI: Emerging Regulatory Themes
The Emotionology of Arbitration and Mediation
Gilbert K. Squires | JAMS I coined the term “emotionology,” which is a combination of “emotion” and “psychology.” It describes an applied science that examines how human emotions influence and become part of decision-making and negotiation processes in arbitration and mediation. In these settings, participants are emotional and spiritual beings; the success of the process… Continue reading The Emotionology of Arbitration and Mediation
From Algorithms to Awards: Artificial Intelligence in the Arbitration Toolkit
Clint Slogrove and Nicolas Huertas | Blakes Lawyers’ reliance on generative AI tools (GenAI) for substantive legal work has been at the forefront of legal news in the last few years — often for the wrong reasons. Used properly, however, GenAI can make substantive legal work more efficient. Usually, discussions about the use of GenAI for… Continue reading From Algorithms to Awards: Artificial Intelligence in the Arbitration Toolkit
Retainage Bonds: A Practical Guide for Contractors and Owners in Washington
James Yand | Miller Nash Introduction Retainage is commonly used in construction to withhold funds until project completion. Unfortunately for some contractors, this means their payment for the project may get delayed for years until the project is completed. While retainage protects owners, it restricts contractor cash flow which is vital for success. Lack of… Continue reading Retainage Bonds: A Practical Guide for Contractors and Owners in Washington