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Discretionary Stay of Discovery Pending Decision on Dispositive Motion

E-Discovery LLC

Defendants moved to stay all discovery deadlines pending a resolution of their motion to compel arbitration and for a stay pending arbitration. Defendants answered and moved to stay, asserting that there was an arbitration clause in their franchise agreement. Defendants Motion to Compel Arbitration is potentially dispositive.

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Predicting and Protecting Yourself Against Violence: Interview With Craig Gundry

Attorney at Work

We’ve had cases ranging from emotional threats levied during arbitrations to hostile divorces involving menacing spouses. . Most acts of targeted violence against individuals are preceded by a process of surveillance (unless the perpetrator is already intimately familiar with the target’s behavior and routines).

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What Is Business Litigation?

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

seeking relief through court action or arbitration). The process can involve negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and/or a trial before a judge or jury to determine the outcome. In some cases, pursuing litigation can discourage similar future disputes by setting a precedent.

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Shattering Glass Ceilings: Journeying Through Construction Law, Regulations to Resolutions – Sally Davies – S7E8

Legally Speaking

Well, picture this: when conflicts arise in the world of construction, someone swoops in like a legal superhero, armed with a toolbox of litigation, arbitration, mediation, and adjudication skills. One of his most famous cases precedes the House of Lords. You might be wondering, what exactly does a construction disputes partner do?

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Is Legal Billing Difficult?

Practice Panther

Legal Research and Analysi s: Hours spent researching case law, statutes, and other legal precedents relevant to a client’s case. Attendance at Mediations or Arbitrations : Participating in alternative dispute resolution processes on behalf of a client.

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What Is an Implied Contract in Business Law?

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

Explore legal resolution options: Depending on the situation, resolving a dispute may involve mediation (negotiation with a neutral third party), arbitration (a binding decision from a third party), or litigation (filing a lawsuit). Document agreements whenever possible to minimize the risk of implied contract disputes.

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Client Perjury: That Sinking Feeling

WA Bar News

First, as our opening example illustrates, for many civil litigators client perjury often surfaces in depositions rather than trials simply because the former precedes the latter. m) to include courts, administrative proceedings, and private arbitration. m) to include courts, administrative proceedings, and private arbitration.