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Justia Legal Guides: Consumer Protection Law Center

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

They can bring a civil lawsuit against whoever was responsible for the improper practice, seeking the damages that they sustained as a result. In some cases, a consumer might resort to alternative dispute resolution , rather than litigation. In arbitration, a decision-maker called an arbitrator resolves the dispute.

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Data Literacy: A Critical Skill for Legal Professionals

Colin S. Levy

Legal teams are no longer just advisors on regulatory compliance or dispute resolution—they are now key players in data governance, risk management, and strategic decision-making. GCs and their teams should begin by gathering and analyzing historical litigation data, not as a one-time exercise but as an ongoing practice.

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Mediation vs. Arbitration vs. Litigation: What’s the Difference Between Them?

CaseFox

When any dispute arises, especially in business or professional life, it is important to have a dispute resolution process. However, there are alternative methods available for resolving disputes that are not so time-consuming and don’t involve courtroom drama. It involves lawsuits, judges, courtrooms, and hearings.

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Mediation vs. Arbitration vs. Litigation: What’s the Difference Between Them?

CaseFox

When any dispute arises, especially in business or professional life, it is important to have a dispute resolution process. However, there are alternative methods available for resolving disputes that are not so time-consuming and don’t involve courtroom drama. It involves lawsuits, judges, courtrooms, and hearings.

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Decoding Justice: Key Differences Between Civil and Criminal Litigation

CaseFox

Understanding the key differences between these two types of lawsuits could be extremely helpful if you ever find yourself in a difficult circumstance. To seek retribution or compensation for perceived harm or wrongdoing, one party (the plaintiff) files a civil litigation lawsuit against another party (the defendant).

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Using the Amazon Patent Evaluation Express (APEX) may subject you to personal jurisdiction in another state

Brett Trout

The seller then has four options: 1) ignore the APEX Agreement; 2) opt into the APEX program and proceed with a third-party determining whether the product likely infringes the patent; 3) resolve the claim directly with the patent owner; or 4) file a lawsuit for declaratory judgment of noninfringement. Lighting Defense Group.

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Sample Job Descriptions for In-House Legal Counsel (Examples)

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Litigation Counsel Litigation counsel manages the company’s disputes and litigation, whether handled internally or through external counsel. Work with external counsel on lawsuits and regulatory investigations. Advice on dispute resolution options. Responsibilities: Develop litigation strategy and manage cases.