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Tip Sheet: Alternatives to Resolving Corporate Disputes and Preventing Litigation

Corporations can seek out alternative dispute resolution services using mediation and arbitration as a way to resolve issues within the company without resorting to litigation. Here’s how.

 

Palm Springs, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/31/2015 -- In 2015, many corporations seeking legal help are forgoing the lengthy and expensive process of going to trial to opt for alternative dispute resolution (ADR). There are options in Coachella Valley that can benefit parties who need to settle disagreements while maintaining good business relationships. Often, it is important to avoid the antagonistic nature of a trial, and arbitration and mediation can preserve business ties while keeping settlement details out of public court files. Nationwide, these programs are being recommended by legislatures and courts.

Coachella Valley corporate attorneys are experts in the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedures. Their focus is on educating and helping to find a solution for both parties. Besides the solution being less costly, it usually takes less time too. At Slovak Baron Empey Murphy & Pinkney (SBEMP), a Coachella Valley corporate law firm, we encourage clients and potential clients to contact us as soon as you have a problem. This way, we can start working together toward a solution.

Arbitration. An arbitrator is an individual or a panel who listens to each side as they present their position. High-low arbitration is where you are guaranteed a preset financial award. Nonbinding arbitration hears both sides using a neutral party to work toward an eventual resolution.

Mediation. When a business would rather not go to trial, they can choose mediation, which is similar to nonbinding arbitration. In this case, the process uses an independent mediator with expert knowledge of the specifics of the case (tax, eldercare, environment). Although either party can choose to leave at any time, this offers a less expensive, less hectic process.

Businesses that face myriad issues can now rely on ADR techniques. In simulated trials, the parties and/or attorneys present their cases in a concise manner to a neutral jurist who offers his or her opinion as a model for settlement negotiations. Then the mediator meets with both parties, separately.

At SBEMP, our Coachella Valley litigation attorneys know legal litigation can disrupt day-to-day business operations. Businesses would rather avoid having to go to court, even if they win. Our groups of litigators have the combined experience and expertise to handle opposing parties for corporations and will work hard developing the plan to keep them out of the courtroom and at work.

Of course, life happens, and if there is no way to avoid litigation, the SBEMP team keeps problems at an absolute minimum when they do have to go to court. Visit www.SBEMP.com for more information.

About SBEMP
SBEMP LLP was founded in 1994. The founding members were partners in the largest law firm in the Inland Empire, each with over fifteen years of experience and a proven track record of substantial success. They formed their own firm to concentrate exclusively on providing clients with superior legal representation and first-class service at competitive pricing. The firm has continued that success and built a strong reputation in both complex litigation and transactional matters. Visit us on the web at http://www.SBEMP.com.

Contact:

Shaun Murphy
Slovak Baron Empey Murphy & Pinkney LLP
1800 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, California 92262

Telephone: 760.322.2275
Fax: 760.322.2107
Email: murphy@sbemp.com