onteria

Recently I've been looking at doing some freelance work, and came across the issue of what to do if I'm sued. While I hope it never comes to that, I have to keep all my bases covered. It seems as though there's two main options: a standard trial or arbitration.

Looking at the options, it seems as though either way I'd be putting quite a lot of money out, and my client would have the upper hand financially. Does one of these options offer the little guy something to use to not go broke if the unfortunate ever happens?

I'm currently looking into starting a philanthropic non-profit startup in Japan but can't seem to find much information on it. What I have found information on is how to start a business there, but it seems to revolve around having an established company in the US and making a branch there. I want to instead establish the company directly in Japan. Can anyone direct me to some place that might have information on this, or even better have direct experience with this process?