Business litigation can be broadly defined as the legal processes for resolving disputes involving a business, and may include lawsuits, arbitration, mediation, and administrative law proceedings. These business disputes may involve customers, vendors, other businesses, members of the public, insurance companies, or state and federal government agencies.
In Arizona, business litigation encompasses a variety of legal disputes that businesses may encounter. This includes conflicts with customers, suppliers, other businesses, the public, insurers, and government entities. The resolution of these disputes can occur through several avenues such as lawsuits in state or federal courts, arbitration, mediation, or administrative law proceedings. Arizona courts handle business litigation according to the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, and the specific laws applicable to the dispute, which may include contract law, employment law, intellectual property law, and other relevant statutes. Additionally, the Arizona Revised Statutes contain various provisions that govern business operations and commercial transactions, which can be pertinent in litigation. For federal matters, businesses may be subject to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and federal statutes relevant to the dispute. It is advisable for businesses involved in litigation to consult with an attorney who is experienced in business law to navigate the complexities of these legal processes.