Resolution of dispute between parties
Civil action brought before a court by plaintiff against defendant seeking a legal remedy
Types of relief:
to enforce a right
impose a penalty
money award
injunction (prevent or compel an act)
Factors in Deciding to Sue
1. Cost of Lawsuit
Filing fees, administrative charges
2. Lawyers fees – Usually payable by each party
Two Types: Hourly, Contingent
3. Loss of Time – business and personal
4. Stress – business and personal
5. Uncertainty of Outcome
Potential Outcomes of a Lawsuit
Win- Judgment in your favour
Lose – Judgment in the favour of the opposing party
Don’t lose – but don’t I win
Balance in final costs/cort award
Alternative Dispute Resolution