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The costs of proving ones case or defense in court have reached the point where more often than not no one can truly prevail in litigation. Compounding the problem is that judges often are not familiar with the subject matter of the case, and are unable to understand the practical nuances of the parties positions. This is particularly a problem in cases involving maritime or transportation disputes, where an understanding of boats, navigation, transportation logistics, trucks, insurance, or other special knowledge is necessary to reach an effective and equitable resolution of the dispute.
David S. Porter actively assists parties by moving them towards resolution of their disputes through mediation, arbitration, and other creative dispute resolution techniques. He provides the experience, knowledge, forum, and location for parties to come together in an effort to achieve an amicable and mutually agreeable solution to their disputes.
While almost all cases lend themselves to alternative dispute resolution, Mr. Porter has found that particular types of disputes virtually require the services of an intermediary for cost-effective resolution. In the marine context, these include disputes over vessel repairs or services, yacht collisions, marina landlord/tenant issues, yacht insurance claims, and yacht club memberships. With respect to transportation matters, disputes regarding freight charges, owner/operators, cargo loss or damage, or insurance coverage claims often are far better suited to mediation or arbitration than to litigation.
If parties are willing to recognize that alternatives to litigation are available and cost-effective, more disputes can be resolved economically without resort to an already overburdened and often inefficient court system. Please call for more information about available alternative dispute resolution services | |
