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Court of Appeal recommends mediation to warring siblings in inheritance and probate case
The Court has once again highlighted the importance of ADR or mediation in disputes about wills and probate. The case was that of Rea v Rea [2021] EWHC 893 (Ch) This was a second appeal against a decision of Deputy Master Arkush (the "Deputy Master") given on 13...
Whatever you say, don’t say nothing. The Court of Appeal reinforces the message that ignoring a mediate can lead to costs penalties
it has long been the case that ignoring a mediation proposal is unreasonable, not just actually refusing to mediate. The two approaches are the same. The Court has, since the cases of Halsey v Milton Keynes [2004] EWCA Civ 586 and PGF v OMFS [2013] EWCA Civ 1288 been...
Prominence of Self Exclusion: How it affects Western Markets
The rising concern over gambling addiction has prompted both government and regulatory entities to launch initiatives aimed at mitigating the issue. Among these initiatives are self-exclusion schemes, such as Gamstop in the United Kingdom, Betstop in Sweden, and OASIS...
Workplace mediation – when can you use it?
Mediation is a valuable approach for resolving workplace disagreements and improving relationships. Here’s when and how it can be effectively used: People frequently ask us when it is appropriate to hire a workplace mediator: When to Use Mediation: Workplace...