Mediation Vs Arbitration Explained

Summary

Mediation is less adversarial than arbitration and suitable for resolving contractual, family, or custody issues. However, it is not appropriate for disputes involving complex legal questions, credibility issues, or when a party is vulnerable, such as in abuse cases. Expert determination can handle complex legal questions, offering a quicker resolution than court proceedings.

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as an ADR method, when Submitting a dispute to an independent expert for determination can they deal with complex legal questions
Yes, submitting a dispute to an independent expert for determination, also known as expert determination, can be an appropriate method for dealing with complex legal questions.
- Independent experts are often specialists in the specific area of law relevant to the dispute.
- This method is usually binding and can provide a quicker resolution compared to court proceedings.
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