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Perspective

Jun. 9, 2011

Arbitration or the Code of Civil Procedure: Which Is More Likely to Bar Your Claim?

Although arbitrating your dispute has its benefits, you might be giving up future related claims. By Adam D.H. Grant of Alpert, Barr & Grant APLC


By Adam D.H. Grant


Should businesses insert an arbitration clause into their contracts with clients and enjoy the informality of such proceedings, or do they opt for the more formal procedures detailed in the Code of Civil Procedure? While the informality of arbitration is inviting, businesses could be giving up rights that may forever prevent a future related claim.


Procedural rules in arbitration take precedent over the Code of Civil Procedure because...

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