bargaining

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Before the 1970s, courts were extremely skeptical of the uneven bargaining power and information between the government and defendant, and voided plea bargains, if they even had to consider them at all.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

A subdued labor market limits the risk that higher energy prices will spill over into broader inflation through stronger wage demands, with workers facing weaker bargaining power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

Except Ilicali appears to have played his hand a little early, surrendering some of his bargaining power by openly admitting a clock is ticking.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

“These services should not be treated as bargaining chips in budget negotiations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

They sum up prospects by studying each other’s clothing and disposition, and the bargaining process is well under way before they open their mouths to speak.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver