Discuss, using external sources to back up your assertions, the benefits to ADR over litigation. What are the advantages to the business of pursuing all available ADR methods rather than pursuing litigation?

Business Law: Consulting Business

Ryan runs a consulting business. All of his clients enter into an agreement to mediate any disputes arising under the agreement. If the mediation does not work, the client agrees to submit the dispute to binding arbitration.

Discuss, using external sources to back up your assertions, the benefits to ADR over litigation. What are the advantages to the business of pursuing all available ADR methods rather than pursuing litigation?

Should businesses include ADR clauses in all contracts? Should individuals dealing with businesses agree to an ADR clause or should they attempt to eliminate ADR clauses? Why?