Why Might Parties in an ADR Actually Prefer Litigation in a Courtroom

question 47

Multiple Choice

Why might parties in an ADR actually prefer litigation in a courtroom?

• A) Legal precedents can prevent future disputes or set legal standards for resolving future disputes.
• B) Many companies would prefer not to air their problems in public courtrooms.
• C) Litigation often embitters the participants, but in many cases ADR mediation can actually help build business relationships.
• D) All of the above.

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