There are situations when going to court is the best choice. For example, court decisions are very important when there are unsettled questions of law. Other dispute resolution methods may be better when the parties want a quicker solution, when parties are interested in privacy, and particularly when parties must deal with each other in future business or personal relationships. Your attorney can help you select and arrange for the proper option. A trial is a judicial proceeding that takes place in court.
Most disputes initially appear to be headed for trial.
Less than ten percent of all civil cases filed are actually tried in court. Even if other dispute resolution methods are used, parties do not lose the right to a trial if the dispute is not resolved. An administrative hearing takes place outside the court system under uniform agency procedures that regulate business and personal activities. Many types of disputes such as discrimination and workers compensation matters may be resolved in administrative proceedings. Administrative proceedings may begin with informal resolution attempts.