Perspective
Aug. 10, 2013
Why aren't cases settling?
A plaintiffs' attorney asked me this question recently. Although my experience in mediations I am conducting is that the cases are settling, discussions with others suggest there are challenges afoot. By Alexander S. Polsky
A well-regarded plaintiffs' attorney asked me this question recently. Although my experience in mediations I am conducting is that the cases are settling, discussions with others suggest there are challenges afoot.
Let's address ways to maximize settlements.
Interest-based negotiation is a useful tool to achieve or maximize your client's objectives in a mediated settlement conference. This is the first of a s...
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