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Decoding Justice: Key Differences Between Civil and Criminal Litigation

CaseFox

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Or Settlement : Many jurisdictions, parties engaged in civil litigation may explore alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation or arbitration to resolve their issues outside the courtroom.

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50 Legal Guides to Help Americans Understand Their Rights

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Some of them contain 50-state surveys that track variations in state laws on a key issue. Family Law Matters involving domestic relations tend to have high stakes, financially and emotionally. Some disputes based on alleged securities fraud are resolved through arbitration rather than litigation.