Arbitration Legal Guides (16 found)

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Written by Avvo Staff
Arbitration is a low-cost alternative to pursuing a lawsuit. In an arbitration setting, you and the other involved party select a neutral third person to serve as an arbitrator.
Alan James Brinkmeier
Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Contributor Level 10

To avoid the expense and delays of litigation, many contracts require that the parties arbitrate any dispute. If you are the one initiating arbitration, you must determine any and all the facts that are important to the dispute and make a written record of them.
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If your newly purchased vehicle has an irreparable defect that makes it unsafe or decreases its resale value, you may be eligible for arbitration.
Michael G Hendler
Written by Michael G Hendler
Contributor Level 3

Clients are increasingly interested in exploring the use of alternative methods to resolve both individual and business disputes. The high cost of litigation and the long backlog in the courts make arbitration and mediation attractive options.
Armando Juan Berriz
Written by Armando Juan Berriz
Contributor Level 3

With so many uninsured or underinsured drivers on the road, Uninsured Motorist Coverage is available to protect YOU against an insolvent judgment proof driver or hit and run driver. But beware, an Insurance Company will take every opportunity to deny or delay uninsured motorist benefits if it can!
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Written by James Peter Lingl
Contributor Level 3

The term “Alternative Dispute Resolution”, or ADR, refers to any of many different processes and procedures by which interpersonal problems can be resolved without use of the court system. The two most commonly recognized forms of ADR are “Mediation” and “Arbitration.”
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Written by Stephen Todd Hastey
Contributor Level 4

A statutory framework presently exists, whereby the Plaintiff can settle with the Defendant, while preserving a right to pursue additional proceeds from UM/ UIM coverage. See Tenn. Code Ann. § 56-7-1206.
Robert Kevin Savage
Written by Robert Kevin Savage
Contributor Level 5

This legal guide presents some basic information about the FINRA arbitration costs and process.
Stephen R Jaffe
Written by Stephen R Jaffe
Contributor Level 5

This will explain how mediation and arbitration are different.
Walter Weiss Jr
Written by Walter Weiss Jr
Contributor Level 3

This is a very common question asked by clients. I have provided a brief summary of each below.
Jeena R. Belil
Written by Jeena R. Belil
Contributor Level 6

In New York State, an insured person or health care provider who has been denied No Fault benefits by an insurance carrier has the right to contest a denial. You have the right to arbitrate or to litigate your dispute. Which choice is best?
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

The Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission handles work-related injury claims in Illinois. This guide explains where and when your case will be managed.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

Workers' compensation claims are not lawsuits, and disputes are not resolved by judges. Instead, injured workers file claims with the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, and each claim is assigned to an arbitrator.
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Written by Matthew Peter Digesti
Contributor Level 4

The California Supreme Court recently revised rules on judicial review of arbitration awards. If your business has arbitration clauses in its contracts, it may be time to update them.
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Written by Avvo Staff
The Lemon Law is both a federal and state law that primarily protects consumers who purchase new and, in some cases, used cars.
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The violation of federal and state securities investing and trading laws is known as securities fraud.

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