In reality, claimslitigation managementoften begins long before a lawsuit is filed. While some claims filed by an insured or by an injured party are settled easily and quickly, many are not. When it becomes apparent that the insured or injured party is not willing to accept an initial offer ...
the country in which it was committed and the defendant’s past criminal record. Other crimes such as sexual assault and murder can draw sentences in excess of 20 years in prison. Some crimes, such as murder or treason against one’s country, are considered “capital” offenses and can lead...
Foreign and International Law in Constitutional Gay Rights Litigation: What Claims, What Use and Whose Law?This article, part of a symposium on the use of foreign and international law in gay rights litigation in the United States, considers several basic questions aWilliam D. Araiza...
Although many firms do offer corporate litigation services, it is not at all uncommon for larger companies to employ corporate lawyers in-house as part of a legal department. This is especially common in industries where lawsuits are filed frequently as a result of the nature of the business, ...
If you are determined to sue, Walker says small claims court can sometimes be a viable, less expensive option, since you typically won’t have a lawyer representing you. Still, you'll want to think carefully about small claims court as well before charging forward and suing. While it's ...
Contract disputes that lead to construction litigation sometimes involve simple matters, such as non-payment, work conditions or project deadlines, and often involve just two parties, the general contractor and a subcontractor. Other times, the contract disputes are complex and involve claims regarding...
The countries decide whether to pursue claims on behalf of their citizens. ICJ decisions providing monetary judgments or injunctive relief may be referred to the United Nations Security Council for enforcement. However, the decisions of the above tribunals in resolving international business disputes can...
A patent claim chart is a common tool used in US patent infringement litigation. It is a visualization of information analyzed in patent claims.
During the discovery phase of the litigation, it emerged that McDonald's had faced over 700 similar claims in the 10 years leading to Liebeck’s incident. Those claims suggested that the company was aware of the dangers linked to the high temperatures of its coffee. It was also revealed tha...
High-yield investment fraudinvolves promises of high rates of return coupled with claims of little or no risk in investments like commodities, securities, and real estate. Ponzi andpyramid schemesare fraudulent investment scams that generate returns for earlier investors with money taken from later inv...