Why Use Arbitration Instead Of Going To Court ("litigation")?
The American Bar Association estimates that as many as 100 million Americans are shut out of the legal system due to the high cost of justice. In a 1999 survey, the National Center for State Courts …
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How Much Time Is Required To Schedule A Mediation?
Generally speaking, the parties themselves determine the scheduling of mediation, unlike in the court system where the "court docket" and relevant court rules define the time parameters for each …
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How Is The Arbitrator Selected For The Proceeding?
Under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, arbitrators are selected by having each side strike (remove) any unacceptable arbitrators from a list of usually between eight to twelve …
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Can You Choose Your Own Arbitrator Instead Of Going To The Aaa?
Parties who choose to find their own arbitrator rather than using the services of organizations like the AAA or the National Academy of Arbitration (NAA) can use private sources. Legal publications …
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What Is The Aaa?
The American Arbitration Association is a private, nonprofit organization that provides guidance and rules for parties to follow in private arbitrations. It also maintains a list of qualified …
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