Partnering: new dimensions in dispute prevention and resolution
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Partnering is gaining in popularity as a way to establish communication channels between contractors and the people hiring them. Because such relationships are usually characterized by distrust, partnering is a valuable way to air expectations and potential disagreements. Partnering involves a meeting between both parties and an independent facilitator at which expectations are enumerated, project concerns are aired and potential disputes are given a pre-determined forum if they should occur. Partnering is especially valuable in international and contractual relationships.
Publication Name: Arbitration Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0003-7893
Year: 1993
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Dispute review boards: rising star of construction ADR
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Dispute review boards (DRB) are growing in popularity as a way to address concerns between construction contractors and owners of sites as they occur. This allows for solutions to be found before ill-will develops or projects are forced to be delayed. The concept started in the underground construction industry and is usually successful in preventing litigation. DRB members should be familiar with the type of project being carried out and mutually agreeable to both parties. DRB procedure is discussed in detail.
Publication Name: Arbitration Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0003-7893
Year: 1993
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Construction industry: building the case for mediation
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The construction industry has found the alternative dispute resolution techniques of mediation, dispute-review boards, and mini trials to be useful in resolving disputes. These techniques get information out in the open which help bring about settlements quickly and more cost-efficiently than litigation. Resolving disputes usually begins by clarifying the contractual terms, since most disputes in the industry arise from misinterpretations of contracts.
Publication Name: Arbitration Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0003-7893
Year: 1992
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