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We can't reach an agreement over our dispute, what alternatives are open to us?

Are lawsuits different from criminal cases and arbitration?

What is mediation?

What basic steps are involved in arbitration?

Can I take the other side to court?

What basic steps are involved in mediation?

When does the case get to trial?

How long can I wait before I file a lawsuit?

The judge or jury said I won, now what?

Why is ‘civil procedure’ different from ‘criminal procedure?’

The other side is appealing, what does that mean?

Can we settle a dispute on our own?

What is ‘litigation’?

Is all litigation the very complicated and expensive?

Is ‘litigation’ something new?

What is a ‘contingency fee’?

Who gets involved in litigation?

How much do lawyers charge as a contingency fee?

What problems might we run into when filing a death claim?

What about the out of pocket expenses of litigation. Who pays them up front?

My lawyer who I hired on a contingency based contract apparently has dropped the ball in my case. I want to hire another lawyer who is more versed in a particular type of law. Can the current lawyer still hold me to the terms of the original contract if I reach a settlement with a new lawyer?

What is ‘alternate dispute resolution’?

Does it make sense to use alternate dispute resolution?

How do I know whether to sue, settle or use adr?

When should I get a lawyer involved?

What are typical stages in a matter that goes to litigation?



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