Management of the preliminary hearing under Construction Rule L-4 for large, complex cases

Article Abstract:

Case management techniques in the arbitration of construction industry disputes should now include a preliminary hearing by the arbitration panel. The American Arbitration Assn revised its construction industry rules in 1996 to include Rule L-4, which requires case management methods and inquiries at the outset of arbitration. Panelists should be aware that this has expanded their role in the arbitration process. Effective case management requires careful planning and management of the preliminary hearing.

Construction industry, Negotiation, mediation and arbitration

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NAFTA: mediation and the North American Free Trade Agreement

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The author investigates barriers to the use of mediation between private parties operating under NAFTA, such as language, culture, and differences in legal traditions, and offers practical solutions.

Mexico, Evaluation, Commercial treaties, Trade agreements

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Some analytical jurisprudence on Canadian arbitration law

Article Abstract:

The author examines Canadian arbitration law in comparison to US law.

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