Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution is about how businesses resolve disputes with other businesses or individuals. When researching any dispute that has ended up in the courts, it is important to understand the Court System. It is also important to consider the role of Discovery. Many cases are covered extensively in the news, but remember you can also look up the case directly with the court. If a business is a publicly traded company, it must report any pending litigation in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Finally, consider whether any methods of ADR have been utilized.
Courts
- Understanding the Federal Court SystemWebsite of the US Courts, this site explains the three branches of the federal government — legislative, executive, and judicial — operate within a constitutional system known as “checks and balances.”
- Massachusetts Court SystemThe official website of Massachusetts judicial branch, provides information on provides information on the function and composition of Massachusetts courts, and includes an overview of the trial process and an overview of the appellate process.
- Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER)PACER is an electronic public access service that allows users to obtain case and docket information online from federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts, and the PACER Case Locator.
Litigation
- What is Litigation?Cornell University’s Legal Information Institute explains the definition and process of litigation.
- U.S Securities and Exchange Commission – EdgarIf a business is a publicly traded company, it must report any pending litigation in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
- American Arbitration Association (AAA)The AAA role in the dispute resolution process is to administer cases, from filing to closing.
