Category: Arbitration
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The Filipino Fear of “Kasuhan”: Why Owners and Contractors Hesitate to Fight for What They’re Owed
There is a phrase that many Filipinos would rather avoid hearing in a business dispute: “Magkakasuhan na.” For many people, the prospect of filing a case brings more than just the possibility of losing money or spending on legal fees. It brings the prospect of conflict—internal and external. It means confronting someone they may have…
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What Contractors Should Understand About CIAC Arbitration
Many contractors first hear about CIAC arbitration only after a construction dispute has already become serious. At that stage, the situation often already involves: Because of this, CIAC arbitration sometimes immediately sounds intimidating or highly technical. “Parang malaking legal battle na agad.” But many contractors misunderstand what construction arbitration actually is — and how it…