Ali Fard | Ankura Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms are generally designed to deliver time and cost efficiency, procedural flexibility, and confidentiality. However, one key consideration that is often understated is the degree of confidence the chosen ADR method can provide in achieving a fair and reasonable outcome. Many dispute resolution specialists have experienced utterly… Continue reading Use of Expert Determination as an ADR Method
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Can Parties Be Required To Mediate Before Proceeding To Arbitration?
John M. Townsend, James H. Boyking, Sebastian Bonnard, Malik Havalic, Tamara Kraljic, Shayda Vance, Eleanor Erney, Gaela Gehring Flores, Remy Gerbay, Abigail McDonagh, and Diego Duran De La Vega | Hughes, Hubbard & Reed Mediation and arbitration are both common dispute resolution methods, and both can lead to effective outcomes. Many contracts include provisions that require… Continue reading Can Parties Be Required To Mediate Before Proceeding To Arbitration?
Mechanic’s Lien Validity Can Be Decided in Alternative Dispute Resolution in Illinois
Robert J. Golterman, Jeremy P. Brummond and Taylor J. Essner | LewisRice On June 14, 2024, in a case captioned Portage Park Capital, LLC v. A.L.L. Masonry Construction Co., the Illinois First District Court of Appeals clarified and expanded the scope of arbitration in resolving disputes related to mechanic’s liens. Prior to the Portage Park decision, arbitrators determined the… Continue reading Mechanic’s Lien Validity Can Be Decided in Alternative Dispute Resolution in Illinois
JAMS Neutrals Discuss Evolution of ADR for Resolving Construction Disputes
John W. Hinchey, Esq. and Leslie King O’Neal | JAMS Click here to listen to the audio In this podcast, JAMS neutrals John W. Hinchey, Esq., and Leslie King O’Neal discuss the evolution of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within the construction space. Their conversation starts with sharing their observations on how ADR has changed within the construction space… Continue reading JAMS Neutrals Discuss Evolution of ADR for Resolving Construction Disputes
Construction Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution: A Look at Current Trends
Jennifer Grippa, Barry Howard and Christopher Smith | Miles Mediation & Arbitration Construction law encompasses a vast area of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Construction lawsuits may include issues of commercial law, contract law, employment law, environmental law, personal injury claims, property law, and regulatory claims, among others, and often involve multiple parties… Continue reading Construction Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution: A Look at Current Trends