Continuance

Continuance is a postponement of today’s trial to a specific date in the future. Either party has the option of seeking a Continuance.

Counterclaims

A claim made in opposition to an existing Mediation or Arbitration.

Demand For Arbitration

A written notice which the Claimant files and serves upon the Respondent to initiate the claim and request Arbitration.

Deposition

The out-of-court testimony of a witness (under oath) that is reduced to writing for later use in court or for discovery purposes.

Diplomacy

The art and practice of conducting negotiations between representatives of groups or states involved in certain conflicts, with hopes of peacemaking.