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What
is a neutral?
A neutral
is an individual, who as a result of experience and education facilitates
the resolution of a dispute. The individual must be fair, impartial and
have no interest in the outcome or decision
What
is ADR?
ADR means
alternative dispute resolution process. ADR provides the ability to
resolve a dispute without the necessity of going to court.
How
do I find a neutral?
You may
search the VirtualCourthouse™ neutral database? You may also know of a
neutral that you can ask to register with VirtualCourthouse™.
How
do I start the claims process?
You first
must ask the other party if they would consider agreeing to an alternative
(to the court) dispute resolving process. More….
How
do I find out the meaning of legal terms?
There are
several online glossaries and dictionaries. You can visit an affiliate
legal glossary here.
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What is ODR (Online
Dispute Resolution)?
ODR is a simple, straightforward alternative
to court, resulting in fast, convenient and less expensive resolutions
to disputes.
What is
Arbitration?
"Arbitration" means a process in which (1) the parties appear before one
or more impartial neutrals / arbitrators and present evidence and
argument supporting their respective positions, and (2) the neutrals /
arbitrators render a decision in the form of an award that is binding.
The parties may agree that the decision is not binding.
What is
Mediation?
"Mediation" means a process in which the parties work wtih one or more
impartial neutrals / mediators who, without providing legal advice,
assist the parties in reaching their own voluntary agreement for the
resolution of the dispute or issues in the dispute.
What is a
Settlement Conference?
Both parties meet
with an impartial Neutral, who will facilitate discussions between both
parties to help the opposing parties reach a mutually acceptable
agreement. The neutral will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of
each party’s case and help the parties analyze the risks associated with
a trial. Sometimes the neutral will offer an opinion regarding a likely
verdict.
What is a
Neutral Case Evaluation?
"Neutral Case Evaluation" means a process in which the parties and their
attorneys, present in summary fashion evidence and arguments supporting
their respective positions, to a neutral. The neutral person renders an
evaluation of their positions and an opinion as to the likely outcome of
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