Questions tagged [mediation]
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What keeps people from trying to reach a negotiated or mediated divorce settlement?
Two people close to me are going through a divorce. I am trying to understand why they are spending so much money on lawyers' fees rather than even trying to reach a negotiated or mediated settlement. This question is asked in order to get some…
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Are there recommended steps for preparing for a divorce mediation meeting?
Are there recommended steps or approaches (worksheets?) for preparing for a divorce mediation meeting? Should the mediator get any background information about the situation, or can/should the mediator function with no knowledge of the specifics of…
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Mediation: process / objectives
A Florida Condominium owner is initiated litigation against an HOA. The judge requires that both sides engage in mediation.
IANAL: What exactly does a judge expect both sides to do at the meeting? What must the plaintiff do in the meeting to ensure…
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Can white collar crime cases be settled out of court?
I'm a victim of wire fraud (email fraud).
A company successfully obtained some confidential information from me using social engineering methods.
The company now aware that I have a strong evidences against them that is enough to put them in jail.…
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What remedies would be possible/likely in a successful defamation suit?
This question is related to another one I asked recently: Is it true that a suit of defamation could require "very little effort"?, so please review that one first -- thank you.
Let's say that someone brings a successful defamation suit. What…
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State AG mediation of consumer complaints
I was referred to my state Attorney General's Office (AGO) for mediation of a consumer complaint I filed. How effective will that mediation be?
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Mediation: Agenda format
A Florida Condominium owner is initiated litigation against an HOA. The judge requires that both sides engage in mediation.
Is there a cananical format (template) for mandatory mediation before trial? If yes, an example would ideal.
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Manufacting quality issues medication dispensed by UK pharmacy
UK consumer collects medication from a UK pharmacy. Medication has obvious manufacturing quality issues identified before leaving the pharmacy.
Does the pharmacy has the obligation to report the quality issue to their supplier; or does the consumer…
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Common obstacles to reaching a negotiated or mediated divorce settlement?
I am trying to understand, in general, the common obstacles to reaching a negotiated or mediated divorce settlement and ways to avoid or deal with those obstacles. Any thoughts or resources to suggest?
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Could the former publisher of the LA Times have been charged with extortion for using a damaging audio recording against his former employer?
Story here: https://www.npr.org/2018/12/12/675961765/tribune-tronc-and-beyond-a-slur-a-secret-payout-and-a-looming-sale
In summary, after being fired from the LAT, Davan Maharaj threatened to sue the owner Tronc for wrongful termination, and then…
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Synonyms for 'non-court' venues
There may be a need to take an HOA to court for breach of contract. Before filing in small claims court, it makes sense to search the governing document for any requirements to resolve the matter in non-court venues. What are the synonyms for…
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How does a stakeholder know when to release funds?
If a stakeholder (who is holding funds $) request mediation as a step toward resolving a dispute between 2 parties, how would that stakeholder know if the issue was actually resolved or not? Specifically, how would they know whether or not to…
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Question About Interpleader and Stakeholder
Can a stakeholder (holding $) skip mediation and file interpleader if a dispute arises between 2 parties??
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Mediation agreed on settement
i agreed to pay a settlement to the attorney in two installments. i paid the first half 2 months ago now its time to pay the 2nd half. I don't have the money and the person that sued me is back in jail. His attorney is handling his case. So, whats…
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When do I get my Settlement
On May 8 I had a mediation with defendant’s attorney we agreed on a settlement. How long do they have before they must pay me the agreed amount. It’s been over 2 months.
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