White & Case launches disputes practice in Tokyo
The international law firm White & Case LLP has enhanced its global disputes practice by adding Shinsuke Yakura as a partner in its Tokyo office. White & Case partner Abby Cohen Smutny, Co-Head of the International Arbitration Practice said “Our global disputes practices have long focused on Japan as an important market for clients with […]
Innovative Mediation Techniques: Bridging the Gap in Commercial Disputes
Mediation plays a crucial role in resolving commercial disputes, with research showing that approximately 90% of cases are settled before reaching trial. Traditional methods often fall short in addressing complex, high-stakes disputes, leading to a growing need for innovative approaches. This article explores cutting-edge mediation techniques that are reshaping commercial dispute resolution. Key Takeaways ODR […]
Steps to Determine if Bankruptcy is Right for You
Steps to Determine if Bankruptcy is Right for You – Bankruptcy: A Blessing or A Curse? Attorney Martin P. Sheehan, Esq – is the founder of Sheehan & Associates, P.L.L.C., located in Wheeling, West Virginia and specializes in bankruptcy law and helping businesses who cannot repay debts to creditors. Martin believes that bankruptcy is an overlooked […]
How can an expert witness impact mining litigation?
Exploring the Legal Considerations within the Mining Industry as an Expert Witness – We ask, how can an expert witness impact mining litigation? Bara Consulting is a consulting engineering and advisory group actively involved in mining and mineral processing projects globally. Current work extends from expert witness and due diligence through Feasibility Study work to […]
What is a Medical Negligence Duty of Care Case?
The role of the Consultant General and Colorectal surgeon expert witness extends to advising solicitors, insurers, and leading counsel on all aspects of causation and condition involving individuals suffering afflictions to the abdomen, particularly the lower part of their gastrointestinal system. As an expert in General and Colorectal surgeon Mr. Rakesh Bhardwaj trained at Bristol […]
Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Brazil
How common is commercial litigation as a method of resolving high value complex disputes in Brazil? Litigation remains the predominant method for resolving commercial disputes in Brazil. This preference can be attributed to its cost-effectiveness, a well-established appellate system, and the creation of specialized courts dedicated to Business Law issues in regions experiencing high demand, […]
Family Law in Germany
Please introduce yourself to the readers of Lawyer Monthly. We are specialized lawyers for family law and partners of the law firm Pilati + Fritz Rechtsanwälte. For many years, we have passionately defended the rights and interests of our clients, particularly in complex and often emotionally stressful matters involving family law. With our extensive experience […]
Biomechanical Engineering and Personal Injury
Dr. Thomas Jenkyn, PhD, PEng at TLS Forensic, London, ON uses advanced collision stimulation to evaluate and reconstruct different accidents along with offering injury analysis. Lawyer Monthly recently caught up with Dr. Thomas to explain… Many thanks for taking the time to talk with Lawyer Monthly Dr. Thomas. Firstly could you provide our readers with […]
Dispute Resolution in China – Legal Guide
What is the limitation period for litigation in China? The longest statute of limitations for litigation is generally 20 years, calculated from the date the right is infringed upon. The general statute of limitations for short-term litigation is usually 3 years, calculated from the date the right holder knew or should have known about the […]
How Workers Compensation Works – Lawyer Monthly
Catherine “Catie” Meehan is a partner at the Steinberg Law Firm. She has an extensive background in the medical field with degrees in both psychology and nursing, in addition to her law degree. Catie’s nursing background comes into play daily as she represents individuals who have been seriously injured at work or in their lives. […]
UK Construction Disputes
Andrew D. Reid is an Adjudicator, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Chartered Construction Manager, and NEC4 ECC Accredited Project Manager with experience in Private Practice, Development and Main Contracting industries. He provides claims, contract, and dispute resolution (adjudication) services (as adjudicator or party representative) provided in Scotland, England and Wales. He is also a RICS Assessor and […]
Arbitration in France
As an independent practitioner, Dr. Kodo has acted as co-arbitrator in Investor-State disputes and as sole arbitrator and counsel in commercial and construction disputes. In 2021, as a Consultant for the Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility (co-funded by the European Union, the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für […]