Compared with litigation, there are major advantages to using arbitration for the resolution of commercial disputes. In fact, the practice has become so popular and appreciated that many contracts are being written with arbitration provisions so that parties know what to expect in the event of a dispute. Read more

Recent research from a University of California law professor shows that the anecdotal evidence supporting mediation usage in civil claims is backed up by hard facts: More individuals these days prefer to at least attempt mediation. Read more