The Algorithm as Arbitrator: AI in Legal Decision-Making   The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into legal decision-making represents one of the most profound and controversial developments in the modern justice system. As AI systems become increasingly sophisticated, their potential to analyze evidence, predict outcomes, and even recommend sentences has sparked both optimism and trepidation. Proponents argue that AI can enhance efficiency, reduce bias, and improve access to justice, while critics warn of ethical pitfalls,…