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Law Intro - Chap. 4
A study guide
Question | Answer |
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What are some of the most common methods for solving disputes out of court? | Negotiation, arbitration, and mediation |
When dealing with a conflict, what is the most important question? | How to handle conflicts in our lives. |
What are some disadvantages to going to court? | 1. Time consuming. 2. Expensive |
Define "negotiation" | The process by which people involved in a dispute talk to each other about their problem and try to reach a solution acceptable to all. |
Define "settlement" | Agreement |
Define "arbitration" | Settling a dispute without going to trial. |
The arbitration is like a _________, but the process is less formal than a trial. | judge |
What is arbitration common? | Arbitration is common in contract and labor management disputes and in some international law cases. |
Define "mediation" | Another method of alternative dispute resolution. |
True or false? Mediation is voluntary; therefore, the mediator has no power to impose a decision on the parties. | True |
List the 6 steps in a typical mediation session: | 1. Introduction 2. Telling the story 3. Identifying positions and interests 4. Identifying alternative solutions 5. Revising and discussing solutions 6. Reaching an agreement |
What do community mediation programs do? | They settle serious disputes between husbands and wives, landlords and tenants, and consumer and businesses. |
What does the Better Business Bureau (BBB) do? | It often mediates disputes between shoppers and store owners. |
Define "ombudspersons" | They investigate complaints and then help the parties reach some agreement. |
What is the key to the success of both negotiation and mediation? | Ideas for resolving the conflict come from the people who have the conflict. |