In some cases, a dispute arises that two people cannot resolve on their own. This could happen in business, for example, when two business partners can’t come to an agreement and their business partnership contract doesn’t specify what happens next. They are worried...
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3 ways a neutral third party can help resolve business conflicts
A pair of coworkers or executives from two businesses that have arranged to cooperate may find themselves embroiled in a dispute, and their disagreements may lead to business challenges. Whether there is an interpersonal conflict at the office or a disagreement about...
Mediation may help with harassment or discrimination claims
As an employer, there may be a situation in which one of your employees believes they are being harassed or discriminated against on the job. An example could be a female employee who believes that one of her male coworkers is being too forward in his advances and...
Common reasons for disputes between business partners
Disputes between business partners are common. In some cases, they need to meet with a mediator to address these issues and find a solution. Compromise is necessary for the health of the business, but the partners may struggle to arrive at that compromise on their...
How mediation saves time and money during business disputes
Business disputes can be costly and time-consuming. Sometimes, they lead to prolonged legal battles that drain financial and human resources. An alternative option is mediation. It offers a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation....
Caucuses play a crucial role in mediation
Caucuses are typically the second stage of the mediation process. The caucus portion of mediation can take anywhere from hours to months. It depends on the complexity of the case and how far apart the two parties are. They follow a joint session in which the parties...
When can mediation be used to solve a labor dispute?
Both employers and employees can immensely benefit from a conflict-free workplace. To employers, a conflict-free workplace means higher productivity, low turnover and a positive organizational image. And to the employee, this means greater motivation and a sense of...
Compromise can be made easier when a neutral mediator is involved
Mediation is one of the most popular and powerful alternative dispute resolution systems. Those who are dealing with some kind of business law dispute or a similar civil conflict might believe that going to court is the only option for resolving their issues. However,...
Mediation limits business conflicts through the caucus process
In a business dispute scenario, there's often more than just money at risk. The professional relationships of the different parties involved could also suffer irrevocable damage as a result of a conflict. Especially if a dispute has to go to court, the parties...
Mediation and challenges to non-compete agreements
Non-compete agreements are necessary in many industries, from toys to fashion to software and more. When employees have unique skills and talents and/or access to valuable information and processes, employers don’t want them leaving their organization and going...