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How much do you know about the difference between mediation and litigation and the pros and cons associated with each? For those of you that missed our original blog post on this topic, mediation refers to the process of resolving a case outside of the courtroom and litigation refers to the trial process that occurs within the courtroom. Both mediation and litigation have their own set of advantages and drawbacks, but how do you know which route is right for your unique situation? Should You Pursue Mediation Or Litigation? Mediation has several attractive benefits that make it the first choice for many plaintiffs and their attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks . For example, mediation is typically: Less stressful Less expensive Less time-consuming For these reasons, we often encourage our clients to pursue mediation if at all possible. When Is Litigation Necessary? That being said, there are certain legal situations that cannot be resolved via mediation . The L...

The most common reasons for filing a court case is when one believes to have been financially, morally, or legally wronged by another. By their nature, court cases are often emotionally charged and can carry significant financial consequences for the parties. The party initiating the case (the plaintiff) generally has a strong motive for bringing the case to court and will generally do everything possible to ensure that the case is won. (Last month, we talked about the different strategies plaintiffs can use to win their cases .) If you are the defendant (the one the lawsuit is being brought against), it may be necessary to have a solid legal defense to convincing the court why you should not be required to face the consequences or pay the damages being brought against you. Here are some tips to consider to successfully defend your case. HABIT #1:  Be Prepared While there is no way to ever predict someone else's behavior, you may find yoursel...