Making lemonade out of lemons

When the defense shows up without authority for a reasonable settlement, you can still make the day worthwhile

John Drath

From Issue: 2014 May

Is mediation a profession?

A look at the regulation of mediation

Nancy Neal Yeend

From Issue: 2019 August

Insurance bad-faith mediations

Bad-faith cases rarely settle on the day of mediation. Are unrealistic client expectations to blame, or is the insurer just testing plaintiff’s resolve?

Terrence J. Coleman

From Issue: 2019 September

Improved client preparation leads to better money negotiations in mediation

The client who understands how this mediation thing works is more likely to be satisfied with the result of the negotiation

From Issue: 2018 November

How to win at mediation the Bill Walsh way

As Walsh ran scripted plays, so too should your mediation moves be scripted

Bradley Bostick

From Issue: 2007 September

How to fail at mediation without really trying

Eight signs that your mediation is likely to fail and how to avoid the wasted time and expense

John H. Feeney
Adam M. Koss

From Issue: 2012 September

Joint and several mediation

Preparing for and mediating cases with multiple clients

Miles B. Cooper

From Issue: 2023 November

Insurance issues in settlement discussions

A review of the insurer’s duty to settle and the effect of mediation confidentiality laws on mediated settlements

Kirk Pasich

From Issue: 2019 September

Including an expert in mediation

An expert in a complex matter can be helpful in resolving a matter in mediation more quickly

Nancy Neal Yeend

From Issue: 2013 June

Hunting for deception in mediation: Winning cases by understanding body language

Deciphering deceit, much like the game of chess, is about assessing your opponent’s strategy

Jeffrey Krivis
Mariam Zadeh

From Issue: 2007 September

How to settle a multi-party case where the defendants are fighting with each other over liability and coverage

How to settle a multi-party case where the defendants are fighting with each other over liability and coverage

Jeffrey Krivis

From Issue: 2008 June

Help the mediator help you

The importance of the mediation brief, knowing what really is confidential and what’s not, and the process of demands and offers

Arnie Levinson

From Issue: 2021 October