Dispute

Discover the Strategies of Mark S. Adams, Leading Hotel Dispute Lawyer, in Hospitality Litigation and Dispute Resolution

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LOS ANGELES – Mark S. Adams, a seasoned trial lawyer and partner at JMBM’s Global Hospitality Group®, is renowned for his expertise in hotel dispute resolution. Over his 14-year tenure at the firm, Adams has established a strong international reputation for his handling of litigation, arbitration, and alternate dispute resolution in the hospitality industry. When asked about the secret to his success, Adams attributed it to his exceptional support team and their commitment to “aggressive and passionate advocacy.” This approach has allowed him to achieve a consistently high success rate in the cases he handles. … Read more

City of Greenwood Challenges Court Ruling: Fire Chief’s Appointment to Hospital Board Sparks Dispute

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GREENWOOD, Mississippi – A dispute between the city and county over an appointment to the local hospital board has sparked a legal battle. Recently, a chancery judge issued an injunction that prevented fire chief Marcus Banks from joining the board, leading the city of Greenwood to challenge the ruling. The conflict over the Greenwood Leflore Hospital’s leadership is likely to be taken up by an appeals court. During a specially called city council meeting, a motion was made to appeal Judge Perkins’ ruling on the appointment. The city council authorized the appeal in connection with … Read more

Family’s Legal Dispute Resolved: Understanding the Power of a Signed Settlement Agreement

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LUFKIN, Texas – A recently signed family settlement agreement in Texas has raised questions about its enforceability and importance in determining the future of family property. The agreement, which was voluntarily entered into by all family members involved, seeks to resolve disputes regarding the distribution of assets among family members. While signed settlement agreements are typically binding and enforceable, some experts claim that certain factors may affect their validity. One important factor to consider is whether the family settlement agreement was reached through duress or coercion. If a party can demonstrate that they were forced … Read more

Outagamie County Judge Under Investigation for Controversial Sentence in Civil Dispute Case

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Outagamie County Judge Mark McGinnis is currently under investigation for his treatment of a cement contractor, Tyler Barth, during a probation hearing in 2021. Barth had been serving an 18-month probation sentence when the judge ordered him into court for unrelated issues, including driving on a suspended license and testing positive for THC. During the hearing, McGinnis accused Barth of taking thousands of dollars from someone and gave him a deadline to repay the money or face 90 days in jail. Barth protested his innocence but was still taken into custody. What was not known … Read more