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You and your neighbor may conflict on the boundaries of your properties. For example, you may disagree over lot lines – where does your property begin and theirs end? While you can go to court to solve such an issue, you can also work with a neutral third party. A...
If you are running a business, you already know that conflicts will happen. When they do, there are various ways to resolve them. One way may be to claim that you are the boss, and what you say goes. Or a particular issue may eventually find its way into litigation....
There are several benefits to being part of an HOA. The sense of community, amenities, social events and home value make many people choose a home in a planned neighborhood. Still, conflict is likely to arise that can make living in an HOA unpleasant. If so, mediation...
If someone uses your intellectual property (IP) without your permission, you can enforce your rights through civil litigation - you will file a lawsuit against them, and the judge will order them to stop using your IP and possibly compensate you for the damages you...
Disputes are not uncommon in real estate. A buyer and a seller may have contract disputes, a seller may fail to disclose defects to a buyer, neighbors may have boundary disputes and property owners may face land use disputes. These cases can be serious, but they don't...
When disagreements arise over the terms or performance of a contract, you may find yourself in an impasse with the other party, facing the prospect of a costly and time-consuming court process. It does not have to be that way. Mediation offers a path forward that can...
You do not have to go to court to recover compensation after a car crash. You have a right to do that, but most accident claims do not end up before a judge or jury. If you can settle with the at-fault party or their insurance company, there is no need for a court...
The actions and behavior of parties involved in mediation are often scrutinized closely. One wrong move could potentially derail an otherwise productive mediation process. As such, it’s generally wise for mediation participants to stay off of social media while the...
When you first agreed to a business partnership, you likely were expecting a lot to happen. Maybe you were expecting your partner to provide insights into the larger business world. Or, you may have intended for them to take on some important work that you did not...
Disagreements are inevitable in life; sometimes, these disagreements turn into civil disputes. Whether you’re facing a contract breach with a business partner or a neighborly disagreement over a fence line, civil disputes can be stressful and expensive to resolve...