Winning smart: The advantages of litigation

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The United States is said to be a far too litigious society—a country where remedies for perceived injustices are commonly pursued through the legal system.

As a form of dispute resolution, litigation is based on taking action through the courts, which involves a formal process, formal rules of evidence, and formal discovery. Furthermore, it also takes into account public records and the decision of the judge and jury. During the process, the courts are concerned with the application of public policy and strict adherence to the law of the land.

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Although commonly perceived as expensive and time-consuming, the advantages of litigation are mainly related to its nature, which involves transparency, compliance, uniformity, and binding final resolutions.

In addition, litigation is also considered as an effective legal method for highly charged issues. It allows the plaintiff to file lawsuits under a structure of rules that require facts, evidence, and arguments in support of the claim. The methods can be extraordinarily effective in clearing up obfuscation during arguments or debates.

Many companies today litigate to protect and advance their business interest. One of them is the multinational technology corporation Apple Inc. that has been a participant in various legal proceedings and claims since it began operations.

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Evan Granowitz is a recognized civil litigator in Southern California who counsels and represents clients in all facets of litigation. Learn more about him by visiting this Twitterpage.