Legal leaders are testing artificial‑intelligence systems to help courts and arbitrations run faster and at lower cost. Former Michigan Supreme Court justice Bridget McCormack heads an AI arbitrator that drafts decisions for document‑based disputes, while judges such as Kevin Newsom experiment with generative AI to clarify ordinary language. Proponents argue the technology could expand access to justice for small businesses, but critics warn about bias, hallucinations, and the need for human oversight. Read more →

U.S. judges are issuing stern warnings and hefty sanctions against attorneys who rely on generative AI for legal research without proper verification. Judges such as Nancy Miller and Marina Garcia Marmolejo emphasize that the duty to correct AI‑generated errors lies with the counsel, not the court. High‑profile cases, including a Florida lawyer fined over $85,000, illustrate the courts' growing intolerance for careless AI use. Legal experts urge attorneys to treat AI tools as supplemental aids, not replacements for diligent research, to avoid costly penalties and preserve judicial efficiency. Read more →