On some occasions, the issues at stake are so crucial that matters go to court. Litigation, of course, has its advantages. However, it is not the only way to resolve disputes. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques also exist. Such techniques include arbitration, adjudication in construction disputes and mediation.
Conflict avoidance is also as important as dispute resolution. Increasingly, people are looking to introduce methods that will prevent or minimise disruptions. Whether this be through the appointment of a board of experts to help parties understand the issues before they grow into a dispute, or specialists who can provide reports, conflict avoidance is another way in which to work with disputes.
It is in the nature of disputes that they can occur in almost any field. Politics, commerce, infrastructure, medicine, law—and the techniques mentioned above can all be useful in
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