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The Increase in Adversarial Proceedings Between Energy Companies ( October 2004 )
When it comes to how energy companies treat one another, a change is in the wind. Energy companies have become more willing than ever to instigate adversarial proceedings in order to recoup damages, even against fellow industry members. The trend is partially facilitated by an increasing reliance on alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including, for example, arbitration procedures incorporating expedited schedules. The numerous mergers and acquisitions among industry members have also contributed to this change in industry culture. -
The Increase in Adversarial Proceedings Between Energy Companies ( October 2004 )
When it comes to how energy companies treat one another, a change is in the wind. Energy companies have become more willing than ever to instigate adversarial proceedings in order to recoup damages, even against fellow industry members. The trend is partially facilitated by an increasing reliance on alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including, for example, arbitration procedures incorporating expedited schedules. The numerous mergers and acquisitions among industry members have also contributed to this change in industry culture -
Getting a Fix on the Right to Repair: Builders Must Be Careful When Altering SB 800's Pre-Litigation Procedures ( April 2003 )
Construction defect litigation is one of the many culprits blamed for the cost and scarcity of new residential housing in California and the lack of affordable construction insurance. In an effort to reduce the cost of litigation and insurance, while still protecting homebuyers, the California legislature enacted SB 800 (California Civil Code §895 et seq.) which, among other things, adds notice, repair and mediation procedures to residential construction defect claims. -
Handling EEOC Discrimination Charges ( June 2001 )
This article is the first in a two-part series and provides an overview of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) administrative process. -
Improving Negotiation Skills: Rules for Master Negotiators ( January 2001 )
”A negotiation is an interactive communication process that may take place whenever we want somethi. -
Failure To Appear For Court Ordered Mediation Is Sanction able Conduct (Roberts. V. Rose, 2000 WI 1534749) ( November 2000 )
FACTS OF CASE This case arises from a lawsuit originally filed by A.D. Murr v. Pete Rose, d/b/a El Segundo Ranch. -
Alternative Dispute Resolution (Adr) May Be An Effective Way Of Avoiding Costly And Prolonged Litigation ( October 2000 )
ADR consists of various methods of resolving legal disputes without resorting to conventional lawsuits. Most forms. -
Mediation Can Be Binding ( October 2000 )
Mediation is non-binding. That statement is true, but only up to and until a settlement agreement is reached. In a . -
What You Should Know About Pursuing A Lawsuit ( October 2000 )
Civil litigation can be prolonged, expensive and complex. Each case is usually different. However, there are cert. -
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce Mediation ( August 2000 )
Why Should I Consider Mediation For My Divorce? Mediation allows separating and divorcing couples to take .