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When you start a business with a partner, you hope that you won’t run into any disputes or disagreements. But you also know that it’s possible, which is why many people will use a business partnership agreement. It can lay out some of the steps that will need to be...
Disputes between neighbors can occur over any number of things. From noise to encroachment of trees and other landscaping to a neighboring property that’s not maintained, these disputes can escalate when one or both parties is intractable. Some of the more serious...
If you agree to a certain amount of product from a supplier, they have a contractual obligation to deliver the specified quantity, price and delivery date. A breach of contract occurs when one party does not execute their duties as set by the agreement. For example,...
One of the reasons that business owners, professionals and others prefer to use mediation to settle disputes is its confidentiality. But just what safeguards are in place to protect the confidentiality of anything said or documents presented during the mediation as...
Whether you have an internal business dispute – for example, with one of your partners – or a dispute with a client or vendor, you’d likely prefer to find a way to resolve it without going to court. Mediation is often the preferred method of dispute resolution because...
Mediation has been pivotal in resolving civil disputes, particularly between business partners. In Ohio, mediation is the most effective alternative dispute resolution method. Not only does it help the disputing parties preserve their relationship, but it also keeps...
Receiving a settlement from the at-fault driver's insurance company can often be challenging. Insurance companies may sometimes minimize the situation and offer a lower payment than expected. When facing challenges in negotiating with the insurance company, mediation...
When business partners disagree, their conflict sometimes escalates into disputes that could negatively impact their organization. When this happens, it is usually wise to seek ways to amicably resolve the dispute instead of leaving it to worsen or reach the court....
Mediation allows you to resolve conflicts without filing a lawsuit, but this generally does not mean you do not need your lawyer during the process. Indeed, working with an attorney can help you ensure better outcomes from mediation in several ways. Considering...
Conflicts arising from disagreements over business growth strategies may be inevitable. Partners may have opposing views over market entry or investment decisions. If not managed well, unresolved conflicts can strain partnerships. Before that happens, business...