Understanding the Business Litigation Process

business litigation

Business litigation involves presenting issues with business and corporate entities to the courts and arguing for business entities in court. Various topics may be the subject of business litigation, and many business litigation lawyers are experts in one of these areas. These litigation disputes can be incredibly complex and take time to complete. Understanding business …

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Out of Court Settlements: The Four Types

Out of Court Settlements

Out-of-court settlements are becoming a common goal in a variety of disputes.  Due to the amount of time and energy that is required to take a dispute through litigation, many businesses, and parties, in general, are turning to alternative dispute resolution to keep issues out of the courts.  But many people are unaware of the …

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What is Commercial Impracticability?

Implied Contracts

Commercial impracticability may be a term that is most commonly discussed in law school classrooms and cases revolving around a contract claim.  The term is not discussed frequently outside of the people that deal with it daily, but it can be an important term to know when faced with a contract that has been influenced …

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Counterclaims Examples Explained

Understanding Counterclaims Examples

Exploring counterclaim examples can be beneficial in helping a party understand what issues they can raise against someone who has brought a civil lawsuit against them and how they may try and recover against the same party.  It can also help a party understand when they may have to bring the counterclaim at that time, …

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Legitimate Power: Everything You Need to Know

legitimate power

The power dynamics within organizations and groups are often complex and interwoven into the fabric of daily operations; legitimate power stands as a beacon of authority and structure.  Legitimate power, rooted deeply in the organizational hierarchy, provides a framework for leaders and managers to exercise control and influence over their teams. We can point to many …

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Open-Ended Communication

Open-Ended Communication

What is open-end communication? Not surprisingly, our style of communication affects how others interact with and perceive us, as well as what kind of information we can gather. During any conversation, questions are asked, and answers are given to: Clarify. Obtain information. Bring someone into a conversation. Keep a conversation going Experts on leadership, relationships, …

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Implied Contract: Everything You Need to Know

Implied Contracts

An implied contract is typically not explained or considered until there is an issue with the agreement that the implied contract is responsible for upholding. Such contracts are actions or behaviors on the part of the parties that demonstrate a mutual agreement between the parties, even if it is not spoken.  These contracts are compared …

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How Long Does Arbitration Take? A Closer Look

How long does arbitration take

Because arbitration, including car accident arbitration, is often touted as a cheaper and quicker resolution compared to litigation, curious minds may wonder how long arbitration takes. While many proponents of arbitration state that it often moves more quickly than litigation, critics state that it can be just as long as traditional litigation in the court …

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Mediation in a Personal Injury Settlement

Mediation in a Personal Injury Settlement

This article provides an overview of mediation in personal injury settlement and the pros and cons of using mediation to resolve a personal injury dispute.  We will examine the usefulness of the process and consider the benefits that make it a valuable option to settle a personal injury case. The process can often feel overwhelming …

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Understanding & Resolving Situational Conflict

Situational Conflict

Situational conflict will affect everyone at some point in their life, and learning how to identify, deal with, and resolve conflict can be beneficial for everyone. This article will define conflict and situational conflict as thoroughly as possible given the wide range of definitions. Many of us try to avoid conflict at all costs, including changing …

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