IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION Sample Clauses
The Dispute Resolution clause establishes the procedures that parties must follow to resolve disagreements arising from the contract. Typically, it outlines steps such as negotiation, mediation, or arbitration before litigation can be pursued, and may specify timelines, forums, or governing rules for these processes. This clause is essential for providing a clear, structured method for addressing conflicts, thereby minimizing uncertainty and reducing the likelihood of costly or protracted legal battles.
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 6 A. The Parties shall deal in good faith and attempt to resolve potential disputes informally. If the 7 dispute concerning a question of fact arising under the terms of this Contract is not disposed of in a 8 reasonable period of time by the CONTRACTOR and the ADMINISTRATOR, such matter shall be 9 brought to the attention of the COUNTY Purchasing Agency by way of the following process:
10 1. CONTRACTOR shall submit to the COUNTY Purchasing Agency a written demand for a 11 final decision regarding the disposition of any dispute between the Parties arising under, related to, or 12 involving this Contract, unless COUNTY, on its own initiative, has already rendered such a final decision.
13 2. CONTRACTOR’s written demand shall be fully supported by factual information, and, if 14 such demand involves a cost adjustment to the Contract, CONTRACTOR shall include with the demand 15 a written statement signed by an authorized representative indicating that the demand is made in good 16 faith, that the supporting data are accurate and complete, and that the amount requested accurately reflects 17 the Contract adjustment for which CONTRACTOR believes COUNTY is liable.
18 B. Pending the final resolution of any dispute arising under, related to, or involving this Contract, 19 CONTRACTOR agrees to proceed diligently with the performance of services secured via this Contract, 20 including the delivery of goods and/or provision of services. CONTRACTOR's failure to proceed 21 diligently shall be considered a material breach of this Contract.
22 C. Any final decision of COUNTY shall be expressly identified as such, shall be in writing, and shall 23 be signed by a COUNTY Deputy Purchasing Agent or designee. If COUNTY fails to render a decision 24 within ninety (90) calendar days after receipt of CONTRACTOR's demand, it shall be deemed a final 25 decision adverse to CONTRACTOR's contentions.
26 D. This Contract has been negotiated and executed in the State of California and shall be governed 27 by and construed under the laws of the State of California. In the event of any legal action to enforce or 28 interpret this Contract, the sole and exclusive venue shall be a court of competent jurisdiction located in 29 Orange County, California, and the Parties hereto agree to and do hereby submit to the jurisdiction of such 30 court, notwithstanding Code of Civil Procedure Section 394. Furthermore, the Parties specifically agree 31 to waive any and all rights to request that an act...
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. Section 9.1. Use and Initiation of Procedure......................................... 28 Section 9.2.
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 55 9.1. Disputes.........................................................................55 9.2. Escalation; Mediation............................................................55 9.3. Court Actions....................................................................56
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 33 9.1 Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 9.2 Arbitrator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 9.3 Pre-Hearing Conference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 9.4 Discovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 9.5
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 53 9.1. Disputes............................................................................................53 9.2. Escalation; Mediation...............................................................................54 9.3.
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 51 9.1 Negotiations Between Senior Party Representatives...............................................51 -iii- TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 39 9.1 Notice............................................................... 39 9.2 Arbitrator........................................................... 39 9.3 Pre-Hearing Conference............................................... 39 9.4 Discovery............................................................ 39 9.5
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 16 9.1 Attempts to Settle..........................................16 9.2 Resolution by Expert........................................16 9.3 Arbitration.................................................17 9.4 Consequential and Punitive Damages..........................17 9.5 Finality and Enforcement of Decision........................17 9.6 Costs.......................................................17 9.7 Continuing Performance Obligations..........................17 ARTICLE X CONFIDENTIALITY.....................................................18
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. 33 9.1 Disputes...............................................................................................33 ARTICLE X GENERAL...............................................................................................34 10.1 Exclusive Agreement; Disclosure Statement..............................................................34 10.2 Successors and Assigns.................................................................................35 10.3 Amendments.............................................................................................35
IX DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The Parties shall deal in good faith and attempt to resolve potential disputes informally. If the 11 dispute concerning a question of fact arising under the terms of this Agreement is not disposed of in a 12 reasonable period of time by the CONTRACTOR and the ADMINISTRATOR, such matter shall be 13 brought to the attention of the COUNTY Purchasing Agency by way of the following process: