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New Starbucks Arbitration Clause

August 1, 2023 crule Leave a comment

From FOI Amy Schmitz: This might be a good exercise example or something to use in classes, as we plan our fall term. Starbucks sent a new change for their TOS today and a big part of the change was related to Dispute Resolution. Here is the new provision: “Please read this section carefully. It … Continue reading New Starbucks Arbitration Clause →

New International Directory of Mediators – Free Registration

April 25, 2023 crule Leave a comment

EMW in India has launched a new International Online Directory of Mediators, and registration is free for all global mediators. The partners in this project include E-Mediation Writings (EMW) Mediate.com, Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI), Association for India International Mediation & Arbitration Services (AIIMAS), Association of Mediation Practitioners (AMP), and Ex-Curia International. You can register … Continue reading New International Directory of Mediators – Free Registration →

Expert Mediation Forms

March 31, 2023 crule Leave a comment

Expert mediators Bob Berlin and Carolyn Raines have generously shared their full packet of expert mediation forms for anyone to use. These forms have been crafted over decades of practice to encompass all elements of the mediation process. They’re an especially valuable resource for young mediators just getting started. Here’s a brief introduction video describing … Continue reading Expert Mediation Forms →

Greetings, All!

February 15, 2023 crule Leave a comment

I am the the world’s biggest fan of Indisputably.org, and I am delighted to be able to serve as the “team nerd” helping with some of the WordPress configuration and editorial management (and maybe put in a few posts here and there along the way). Thanks for welcoming me in to the Indisputably community.

Peggy McGuinness on Appreciating Elayne Greenberg’s Scholarship: “John- Thank you for posting this lovely tribute to a warm and wonderful colleague, who will be missed at St.…”

Rich Facey on What I’m Reading – Collateral Damage of War: “Have you read about Marla Ruzicka, American aide worker who gave her life to record civilian casualties in Iraq and…”

Kelly on Israel Reflections 2024–Day Three–Meeting with Freed Hostage Liat Atzili: “What a remarkable person. Your students’ reflections are thoughtful, I’m sure this is one of the most memorable experiences in…”

Jill Gross on Israel Reflections 2024–The Law (and Strategy) of Hostage Negotiations: “Such interesting descriptions. I am living vicariously through these blog posts about the trips!”

John Lande on My Appreciation – Part 1: “Thanks very much, Rosa. She’s referring to my article, Think DSD, Not ADR.”

John Lande on Humor Theory and Dispute Resolution: “Thanks, Jean and Rosa. Dispute resolution practitioners, including lawyers, occasionally use humor when they feel it would help advance their…”

Jean Sternlight on Humor Theory and Dispute Resolution: “I have had a least one student write a paper on dispute resolution & humor. Bottom line: need to tread…”

Rosa Abdelnour on My Appreciation – Part 1: “You deserve it, John. You keep studying and learning, knowing that learning never stops. But most important, you keep updated…”

Rosa Abdelnour on Humor Theory and Dispute Resolution: “Totally agree, John. Humor is a potent skill of a good mediator.”

John Lande on Daniel Kahneman: “See this essay in the New York Times by Cass Sunstein: The Nobel Prize-Winning Professor Who Liked to Collaborate With…”