By Brent Meckling ( March 30, 2023, 12:59 PM EDT) -- While business disputes are a common occurrence when running a company, they are often an unwelcome disruption to operations that can lead to financial losses, decreased productivity and damaged reputations. For small and medium-sized businesses that don’t have the resources to absorb the costs associated with legal disputes, it can be especially damaging. Having the ability to resolve these issues quickly and effectively is crucial, which is why business owners will often prioritize timely resolutions through mediation, arbitration, or litigation....