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Read More – Litigation
When efforts to resolve a conflict are unsuccessful, a party may engage the courts to enforce one of its legal rights that has been violated. Litigation generally refers to the process by which such a controversy is disputed before a court. Litigation describes the entirety of a lawsuit, including motion practice, discovery, trial, and appeals. While litigation may be a strong option for a party, it is often preferable for the parties to avoid litigation as it is naturally difficult to predict precise outcomes. Thus, it is often beneficial for the aggrieved party to weigh its options before and/or during litigation to see if a more successful outcome can be achieved by pursuing a different means. Parties may avoid litigation by using various alternative dispute resolution options including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. However, if a party has been unduly damaged by the actions of the other party, litigation may be the only recourse that can bring meaningful recovery.
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