Mediation or Arbitration: Which is the More Effective Method of ADR?

Often, parties may want an expert to decide their case and give a binding judgment, but avoid a long-winded, expensive litigation process. Alternative dispute resolution consists of several methods of settling disputes in lieu of litigation. In everyday discourse however, the term ‘ADR’ is commonly used as a catch all phrase, implying a similarity of […]

Mediation at the Workplace: The Cost Benefits Organisations Cannot Afford to Lose

Essentially, it is imperative for the modern commercial and non-commercial organisation to cultivate a culture where disputes are recognised and resolved, rather than simply brushed under the carpet. Workplace conflicts are an unavoidable reality in an organisation’s existence. Where two or more interdependent colleagues develop personal or professional grievances with each other, the hidden and […]

Shaping the Provision of Workplace Mediation

Workplace mediation allows organizations to resolve disputes at the earliest stage possible, preventing costly formal proceedings, reduced productivity and an unhealthy working environment. Mediation further allows employers to demonstrate their commitment towards the contentment and well-being of the workforce. Organizations looking to develop in-house mediation capacities may seek to benefit from the vast experience on offer by the […]