Alternative dispute resolution tactics, such as mediation, often offer two parties an option to avoid litigation. If they cannot find a resolution, litigation may still be necessary, as they go to court and have a judge make a ruling. But ADR can sometimes streamline...
Litigation can be an unpredictable, downright volatile process. Individuals and business leaders embroiled in litigation never know what the other party might claim in court. They might also struggle to accurately predict how a judge may respond to the lawsuit....
When disputes erupt between you and your partner, the stakes are always high. These can become more complex if your partner is a close family member. Litigation is an option, but it leaves your family name and business legacy exposed to public scrutiny. Fortunately,...
When conflicts arise, the first thought for many people is to take the matter to court. However, litigation can be costly, time-consuming and emotionally draining. This is where alternative dispute resolution, often called ADR, provides a practical option. ADR puts...
Legal disputes can arise in various ways. When a dispute is legal in nature, people often think that the only option is to fight it out in court. Nonetheless, that isn’t the case. While the courts can be useful and necessary at times, litigation isn’t the best way to...
There are several benefits to entering into a business partnership. You and your business partner can divide the workload equally as well as share financial obligations. With that being said, running any business, even as partners, can be stressful. Disputes are bound...
Disputes and conflicts sometimes lead to litigation. If the parties involved cannot agree with one another, they may want the courts to intervene. However, it can be very frustrating to wait to have a hearing in civil court. Many parties embroiled in a conflict will...