Don't Bet the Business

Arbitration is not always superior to traditional litigation.

Facilitation can be an effective dispute resolution tool for participants who have patience, perspective and flexibility.

Many businesses prefer arbitration to resolve disputes, but if contractual questions arise about whether to arbitrate, the courts decide.

Recent federal appellate court ruling clarifies who decides whether a dispute can be arbitrated. 

Before agreeing contractually to settle disputes through arbitration, parties will want to consider who will make that call and about which issues.

Michigan Supreme Court reaffirms longstanding rules of contract law in arbitration agreements.