Describe the major methods to resolve disputes through alternative dispute resolution

What will be an ideal response?


Mediation and arbitration are the most common. Summary jury trial uses a mock jury to learn how a real jury might decide. Minitrials are used in highly complex and technical issues and are presided over by a neutral moderator hired by the parties. Executives of the companies attempt to resolve the issues after hearing the abbreviated version of their cases. Moderated settlement conference is similar to a minitrial except it uses a panel rather than a single moderator.

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What will be an ideal response?

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The use of loud noises, like gun shots, is an effective way of capturing the jury's attention in a slide presentation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Explain the difference between a divorce and a legal separation.

What will be an ideal response?

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Amajor criterion in choosing an examining physician is the         of the party to be examined.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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