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The Intersection of Corruption in International Arbitration and Discovery Pursuant to 28 USC § 1782
Ava Borrasso FCIArb
Article Summary: Section 1782 of Title 28 of the United States Code enables parties in foreign arbitrations to obtain US discovery to uncover evidence of corruption or bribery. Author Yasmine Lahlou examines how federal courts evaluate discovery requests under 28 U.S.C. § 1782 when allegations of illicit payments arise in international proceedings. The analysis covers jurisdictional requirements, discretionary factors, and the evidentiary impact of foreign-gathered materials on arbitral tribunals.
