8 things to consider before issuing a lawsuit
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1. Is it worth spending money and time on this dispute?
2. Can you resolve the dispute by direct engagement with the other party?
3. Can the other party pay if you win?
4. What specialist legal or expert advice do you need before deciding what to do?
5. Who else might need to be involved in the dispute, and have you discussed it with that party?
6. Cost - what will your lawyer cost, what will their lawyer cost you if you lose, what will the court and litigation expenses be?
7. Can it be resolved through mediation or arbitration, and is there a contract or legal requirement for you to use these alternative means?
8. What are your chances of success if your proceeding goes to trial?