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After representing entrepreneurs for more than 20 years, I remain dismayed that many business owners believe litigation will result in a satisfactory resolution to their disputes.

I often advise my clients to avoid litigation. Why? Consider all the associated costs, the risk of losing the litigation and having to pay damages, potential adverse publicity, damage to your reputation and image and, perhaps most importantly, the arduous and lengthy litigation process that will inevitably distract your management team from focusing on improving your business.

You can avoid costly litigation by observing the following guidelines: