Industry slams award modernisation plans Sep 12, 2008
The new awards would provide redundancy pay for most people employed in small businesses and an independent umpire for dispute resolution. They would also include employee consultation rules for employers to discuss significant workplace changes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Library forum on education Sep 11, 2008
The conversation will take place at the Library on Saturday, Oct. 18, starting at 2:00 p.m. Mary Jean Shultz and a co-moderator from the Massachusetts Office of Dispute Resolution & Public Collaboration will lead the deliberation ... The Massachusetts Office of Dispute Resolution & Public Collaboration is a part of the National Issues Forums (NIF), a network of civic, educational, and other organizations, and individuals, who share the common interest of promoting public deliberation in America.... (Hingham Journal, MA)
Protesting: The New Business Strategy Sep 11, 2008
The dispute resolution process is relatively brief; there's a realistic possibility that the protester will prevail; the outcome is decided by a civil servant rather than a judge; and there's no appeals system. "I think the protest process has been overused and has become abused and now is employed for manipulation of the government market," Metzger says. (Forbes)
Proskauer Secures Asia Launch With Heller China Team Sep 10, 2008
Following the loss, Heller's Beijing office has only one partner -- dispute resolution specialist Ing Loong Yang, who shares his time between Beijing, Hong Kong and Singapore -- plus two associates and three legal consultants. The California-based law firm said it expects Hong Kong-based litigation partner David Chu to step in as the representative partner for the Beijing office. (Law.com)
ASIC proposes new cap Sep 9, 2008
In an effort to improve the way financial services businesses resolve disputes with consumers, ASIC has proposed to increase the cap on compensation that can be awarded under the external dispute resolution (EDR) scheme to $280,000. The proposal is a key part in the s Consultation Paper 102: Dispute Resolution update of RG 139 & RG 165 ... The release of the consultation paper follows the amalgamation of three dispute resolution bodies, under the newly formed Financial Ombudsman Scheme. (Money Management)
Sheriff sexism lawsuit continues Sep 8, 2008
In the alternate dispute resolution, a third-party arbitrator listens to both sides' arguments and makes an award to one party, but either side can disagree with the decision. Although only one side has to opt out of arbitration for a case to return to court, both sides opted out in letters filed with the court last week. (Athens Banner-Herald)
External debt up by 30.4% in FY 08 Sep 7, 2008
It was set up in 1899 to facilitate arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution. Sugar export subsidy. (India Times)
Chief Degree Investigation Report Sep 7, 2008
The ombudsperson is a designated confidential and informal dispute resolution practitioner whose major function is to provide assistance to VCU faculty, staff and postdoctoral trainees. The ombudsperson is independent of VCU's normal reporting and managerial processes. (WTVR.com, VA)
Local Briefs Sep 6, 2008
Grometer said he expects to return to a limited private practice, concentrating on alternative dispute resolution, according to the news release. By Chronicle News Group Staff. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Special courts to deal with electoral disputes Sep 4, 2008
Mrs Justice Wood proposed the use of voluntary Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in electoral dispute adjudication, which she observed, was cost-effective. Political party representatives who attended the event lauded the initiative and asked that such forums should be held in all the regional capitals to enable the electorate understand that there were other means of settling electoral disputes other than violence. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rockwell settles industrial action and wage negotiations at its Northern Cape operations Sep 3, 2008
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VoIP Call-Recording for Business Sep 3, 2008
While countless types of businesses would gladly adopt call recording for purposes such as quality assurance, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and the like, until recently, only big organizations, "like large financial institutions or government agencies" could afford call recording solutions, according to Shevelev. But not only did Trisys find a way to offer call recording at a price smaller businesses could afford, they integrated it with their Tapit call accounting system. (SmallBusinessComputing)
A Door Opens for Reform in Pakistan Part II Sep 3, 2008
They have imposed an alternate form of administration and dispute resolution, cloaked in their version of Islam, promising deliverance here and in the afterlife. Fortunately, there is widespread recognition of the need for reforms in FATA among all the major political parties as reflected in their 2008 election manifestos. (YaleGlobal Online Magazine, CT)
Feedback Needed On Changes To Employment Act Sep 3, 2008
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Contention Over Proposal for NY Airports Sep 1, 2008
A dispute resolution office blocked bidding for Newark on two takeoff and landing slots -- permission to use the international airport's runways at specific times. The larger auction plan would compel major airlines to give up 10 percent to 20 percent of their takeoff and landing slots over time so that they could be put up for auction. (Washington Post)
Air Transport Association Comments on Newark Airport Slot Auction Stay Aug 29, 2008
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Air Transport Association of America (ATA), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today commented on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Office of Dispute Resolution Acquisition (ODRA) action to grant ATA's request for the suspension of the Newark Slot Auction: "We are pleased that the FAA Office of Dispute Resolution Acquisition has granted our request for suspension of the September 3 auction of two slots at... (PR Newswire)
FAA delays first slot auction for Newark Aug 29, 2008
The airlines had asked the FAA's Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition to halt the auction planned for Wednesday for two slots at Newark's Liberty airport, saying the FAA has no Congressional authority to sell the slots ... But the dispute resolution office said the bid would be a publicly available contract that would taint future bids ... The Air Transport Association, which has sued to stop the auctions in addition to the procedural fight at the FAA, said in a statement that it expects... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Daily Briefing Aug 29, 2008
The airlines had asked the FAA s Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition to halt the auction planned for Wednesday for two slots at Newark s Liberty Airport. They would have been the first of several auctions the FAA says are needed to reduce congestion at the three airports run by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Intellectual Property Attache to Join Jones Day Aug 27, 2008
During his time at the U.S. Embassy, Cohen, who also served as an attorney-adviser for the , was involved in bilateral patent and trademark prosecution, Internet copyright enforcement, civil litigation technical assistance, anti-monopoly law, domain name dispute resolution, standards setting and technology transfer initiatives. He has worked closely with foreign governments and international organizations. (Law.com)
Just like Brothers and Sisters Aug 27, 2008
Jon Kenfield, a specialist in family business dispute resolution, believes there's little point in ``having a successful operation, if it leaves with you a dead patient. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Calif. High Court Surprises by Expanding Arbitration Review Aug 26, 2008
"The majority decision would allow parties to fundamentally refashion arbitration from being a means of binding dispute resolution to being essentially a preliminary fact-finding procedure, with trial and appellate courts required to settle decisive legal questions," Moreno wrote. "The majority believes this change to be for the good. Whether or not this is so is open to question. Arguably this rule will burden the courts with the minutiae of arbitration disputes, thereby negating whatever... (Law.com)
Airlines add to protest over FAA slot auction plan Aug 26, 2008
The protest filed earlier this month with the FAA's Office of Dispute Resolution Acquisition argues that FAA needs Congressional authority for the slot auctions. The ATA also argued that the FAA claimed it had no authority to conduct auctions from 1985 until 2006, but now says it was mistaken. (MSNBC -- Politics)
BBB representative details recent scams Aug 26, 2008
" The US Food and Drug Administration sent warning letters to 23 companies in the United States and two foreign individuals for marketing fraudulent claims to prevent and/or cure cancer. The FDA also warns consumers against using products such as tablets, teas, tonics, black salves and creams that are being sold online. More information is available at .The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is an organization based in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The BBB acts as a mutually trusted... (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
No ticket, no refund and the festival rocks on without you Aug 24, 2008
"But be warned that you give up this right when you use websites that make purchases in cash on your behalf after you pay them by card, because this is legally a cash transaction. The most notable of these is PayPal, which is the main method of payment on eBay. However, PayPal does offer its own dispute resolution service to mediate between buyers and sellers. What's more, if you buy a ticket through an auction site bear in mind that it is not responsible for the quality of the item. EBay, for... (Independent)
Key Defendants in Court Corruption Case Seek Dismissals Aug 23, 2008
Berrien L. Sutton, a former State Court and Juvenile Court judge in the Alapaha Judicial Circuit, and his wife, Lisa Sutton, the circuit's administrator and director of its alternative dispute resolution program, filed the motion through their attorneys last week. The lawyers also argue that federal prosecutors suffer from a "blatant conflict of interest" in the case and have attempted to make up the law "as they go along.". (Law.com)
Couple's legal fight ends in their deaths Aug 23, 2008
The Cooks attended a mediation session Thursday morning at the Alternative Dispute Resolution Office in the Clarke County Courthouse. Dale Cook called his supervisor shortly after 4 p.m. to say he wouldn't be working that night, and that he'd beaten his wife with a bat, but didn't know if she was alive or dead, according to a police report. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Report calls for abolishing Texas Residential Construction Commission Aug 22, 2008
The TAB statement goes on to say that without the TRCC's dispute resolution process, "homeowners with construction defects ... will be left with nowhere to turn but time-consuming and expensive litigation.". Reader Comments. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
More of this story Aug 21, 2008
An EUB condition required MATL to engage directly-impacted landowners in a formalized alternative dispute resolution process to reconcile any unresolved issues. The Company continues to engage in this manner with all Canadian landowners that might be affected. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Texas Association of Builders Statement Regarding Sunset Commission Staff Recommendations on the Texas Residential Construction Commission Aug 20, 2008
"Without the TRCC's dispute resolution process, homeowners with construction defects that are currently being resolved in an expedient and cost-effective manner will be left with nowhere to turn but time consuming and expensive litigation. "In 2003 and again in 2007, the Legislature recognized the need to regulate home builders and remodelers and authorized the TRCC as an efficient alternative to resolve construction defects ... We fully support the ongoing improvement in both the dispute... (PR Newswire)
Sheriff Liedle retiring Aug 19, 2008
The letter prompted a meeting between a state mediator, members of the association and Liedle that resulted in added training in dispute resolution and the possible formation of a labor-management committee. That was a brick in the wall in the stress that builds up with any job like this, she said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Mutu to appeal 'unjust, inhumane' cocaine fine Aug 19, 2008
FIFA's dispute resolution chamber ruled on Aug. 14 that Mutu must pay the fine after testing positive for cocaine while at Premier League club Chelsea in 2004. The striker joined Chelsea in August 2003 and served a seven-month ban after testing positive for cocaine. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Whistle-blowers accuse CSU over contracts Aug 18, 2008
" A related CSU policy requires officials to evaluate at least three other vendors and explain why they were rejected before awarding a no-bid contract. The Chronicle review of documents found no record that other vendors had been considered. There is no shortage of such consultants. Professional directories list scores of labor-relations experts with experience in dispute resolution, management representation and higher education. Others stressed that caution should be used in awarding no-bid... (San Francisco Chronicle)
FIFA order Mutu to cough up US$25mil to Chelsea Aug 16, 2008
In a statement, world soccers ruling body said the decision had been taken by FIFAs Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) but the player did have the right to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ... The Court of Arbitration for Sport backed Chelseas bid to receive compensation last year and confirmed that FIFAs Dispute Resolution Chamber had jurisdiction to issue a financial award. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes Files Three More Arbitration Claims Against Charles Schwab Seeking Damages as a Result of Investing in YieldPlus Funds -- SCHW, SWYPX, SWYSX Aug 16, 2008
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes, , announced today that it filed three more securities arbitration claim against Charles Schwab (NasdaqGS: - ) with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's (``FINRA'') Office of Dispute Resolution. The claims were filed on behalf of investors who purchased Schwab's YieldPlus Fund (NASDAQ: - ) and YieldPlus Select Fund (NASDAQ: - ). (Primezone Releases)
The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes Files Arbitration Claim Against Morgan Keegan and Regions Financial Corp. for Losses Sustained in Select Intermediate Bond Fund -- MKIBX, RIBCX, RIBIX Aug 16, 2008
Aug. 15, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes, P.A. () announced that it filed an arbitration claim against Morgan Keegan and Regions Financial Corp., with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's (``FINRA'') Office of Dispute Resolution. The lawsuit was filed for losses sustained in the Regions Morgan Keegan Select Intermediate Bond Fund, Class A (NASDAQ: - ), Class C (NASDAQ: - ) and Class I (NASDAQ: - ). (Primezone Releases)
Mutu to appeal against FIFA damages decision Aug 16, 2008
Earlier this week, FIFA's Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) decided Mutu should pay 17. 17 million euros (13. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Tonbridge Power Receives Final AEUB Permit for MATL Aug 13, 2008
"We are appreciative of all landowners who have and continue to meet and work with us." An EUB condition required MATL to engage directly-impacted landowners in a formalized alternative dispute resolution process to reconcile any unresolved issues. The Company continues to engage in this manner with all Canadian landowners that might be affected. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Verizon Settlement Provides New Union Jobs, Protects Health Care for Active and Retired Workers, Boosts Wages, Pensions for 65,000 Aug 11, 2008
The settlement also provides for a streamlined grievance dispute resolution system which will speed up a process that has been taking as long as three years to complete. "This is a breakthrough agreement in many ways," said CWA President Larry Cohen. (PR Newswire)
Twist for 'Auction Rate' Cases Aug 9, 2008
"The auction-rate securities matter is more widespread than other issues that have developed in the arbitration forum, and we wanted to make sure that any investor, whether in the Citigroup settlement who elects to have a three-person panel, or any other case related to ARS, all got the same treatment," said Linda Fienberg, president of Finra Dispute Resolution ... Thus far, Finra has confirmed that more than 170 cases involving auction-rate securities have been filed in its Dispute Resolution... (Wall Street Journal)
Judge halts West Melbourne water suit Aug 9, 2008
Then the two sides can enter a formal dispute resolution or West Melbourne could have filed the lawsuit, which would have triggered the negotiations anyway. "They're kind of diving into a sea of legal confusion," he said. (Florida Today)
The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes Announces the Filing of an Arbitration Claim Against Morgan Keegan and Regions Financial Corporation Seeking Damages of $1,000,000 Aug 9, 2008
Aug. 8, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes, P.A. () announced that it filed another arbitration claim against Morgan Keegan and Regions Financial Corp., with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's (``FINRA'') Office of Dispute Resolution. The lawsuit seeks damages of $1,000,000 in three Funds: RMK High Income Fund (``RMH Fund''), RMK Advantage Income Fund (``RMA Fund'') and RMK Select High Income Bond Fund Class A (``MKHIX''). (Primezone Releases)
Senior year: COA to launch Lincoln Academy Aug 8, 2008
Alternate Dispute Resolution. Charles Resnick. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
NPP, NDC cited for breach ... Aug 7, 2008
Dr Mahama also urged the Electoral Commission to intensify its vigilance, and maintain focus whilst adopting pro-active dispute resolution mechanism to address operational lapses. 06 Aug. 08. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
A $700,000 house (happily) divided Aug 6, 2008
From Tuesday's Globe and Mail. August 5, 2008 at 9:54 AM EDT. (Globe and Mail)
Surfing for a better deal Aug 3, 2008
"There really is no mechanism for dispute resolution," Zeman said. While the priorities set in the Florida conference, which concluded Friday, are clear, the time line for any visible changes isn't as apparent. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Demystifying sectional title Aug 2, 2008
Her main focus is sectional title dispute resolution. The book is a tribute to the late Bob Gauld, doyen of sectional title in South Africa and mentor to the authors. (iAfrica.com)
Northgate Generates Cash Flow from Operations of $41 million in the Second Quarter Aug 1, 2008
On July 3, 2008, Northgate filed a Statement of Claim with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") in New York, US. FINRA is a self-regulatory organization with jurisdiction over various securities broker-dealers in the United States, and administers a dispute resolution service for customer-broker disputes. The Statement of Claim lists Lehman and various Lehman employees as respondents. (Canada Newswire)
Cosatu attacks banks Aug 1, 2008
It was agreed all other aspects of aligning the Charter with the Codes would be negotiated while the ownership dispute resolution process would continue on a parallel track. It was decided that talks to resolve the ownership issue would be held between the Charter constituency principals Zwelinzima Vavi representing the Nedlac Labour constituency, Blade Nzimande of the Nedlac Community Constituency, and the Minister of Finance, Trevor Manuel on behalf of government. (iAfrica.com)
Arbitration Tilting More Against Investors: Jane Bryant Quinn Jul 31, 2008
Finra said no, in a letter that , president of Finra Dispute Resolution, sent to Schultz last week. Arbitrators will simply be required to make additional disclosures if, after Jan. 1, 2005, they worked for firms that sold auction-rate securities, sold them themselves or supervised anyone who did. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Certified General Accountants applaud movement on labour mobility and resolving disputes Jul 30, 2008
Their recent agreement at the council's meeting in Quebec City recognizes that unimpeded labour mobility and an effective dispute resolution mechanism are vital to Canada's economic growth ... They will also provide for an effective dispute resolution mechanism, including monetary penalties ... CGA-Canada has advocated for improved internal trade and labour mobility for many years and has gained first-hand experience in the severe deficiencies of the existing AIT's dispute resolution mechanism. (Canada Newswire)
Better safe than sorry Jul 30, 2008
Organisations such as PayPal and Google Checkout have dispute resolution areas, which make both the buyer and seller feel more secure. Buyers know they can complain to PayPal who will attempt to resolve any problem. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
International Arbitration: Now Getting Longer and More Costly Jul 29, 2008
International arbitration -- once heralded as a more effective and efficient alternative dispute resolution mechanism than international litigation -- is now routinely criticized for replicating some of the same failings as litigation: excessive cost and duration of proceedings ... The most effective way to control costs and the duration of any international dispute resolution mechanism is to evaluate, at the time of contract formation, the costs the parties are willing to incur and whether... (Law.com)
Patton Boggs Opens Office in Abu Dhabi Jul 25, 2008
The Abu Dhabi office provides representation in a number of practice areas, including private capital and investment funds, banking and financial institutions, international business transactions, construction, infrastructure and real estate, Islamic finance, and litigation and dispute resolution. The managing partner of the Abu Dhabi office is Bill Nash, whose experience includes private investment funds, international transactions and joint ventures. (Law.com)
WIPO orders Narnia domain transfer, makes 11-year-old cry Jul 25, 2008
After several attempts to play nicely, the estate submitted a domain dispute resolution request on May 28, 2008 to WIPO. Since then, both parties have submitted a number of documents arguing that they are the rightful owners to the domain. Saville-Smith told WIPO that, since he has no commercial motive for registering the domain, he should be allowed to keep it. (Ars Technica)
Patton Boggs expands presence in Middle East Jul 25, 2008
The new office in Abu Dhabi will provide legal representation in private capital and investment funds; banking and financial institutions; international business transactions; construction, infrastructure and real estate; Islamic finance; and litigation and dispute resolution. This is an exciting opportunity for Patton Boggs to build upon its long history of assisting clients in the Middle East, said Stuart Pape, managing partner of Patton Boggs, which is based at 2550 M St. NW. By opening an... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
N.Y. Court Establishes First Statewide Guidelines for Mediators, Neutral Evaluators Jul 24, 2008
Establishment of the guidelines represents a coming of age for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and is acknowledgement of its growing use by courts in New York, Pfau said ... Court-appointed arbitrators have their own qualifications rules under the state courts' Community Dispute Resolution Centers Program and are not covered by Pfau's decree. (Law.com)
France's Gide to Offer U.K. Graduate Roles Jul 23, 2008
Partner Colin Mercer, who will take responsibility for training in London added: "Our rapid growth and, particularly, the opening of our common law dispute resolution practice, meant this is the right time to start recruiting graduates. Despite market conditions we continue to be busy and we can promise trainees challenging and varied work in a world-class legal environment.". Gide's London arm, which is the second-largest office in the network, this year also converted to a limited liability... (Law.com)
Labour mobility given a boost Jul 22, 2008
The leaders also endorsed a new dispute resolution process to give teeth to the ineffective 1995 agreement on internal trade, the AIT. The Quebec agreement appears to achieve a long-standing quest of many government and business leaders. The AIT was one attempt to free up internal trade, but in 2006 British Columbia and Alberta energized the issue by signing their own Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement. (Cape Breton Post)
> Sprinting to law school Jul 21, 2008
They also are one of the top in the nation for their alternative dispute resolution program, and that s a program I am also enrolled in there. Q: Why did you enroll in law school. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Portland builder's meltdown leaves buyers holding bag Jul 20, 2008
"You want to make sure if they go under, you don't get burned," said Bill Boyd, manager of dispute resolution services for the contractor's board. "It's still kind of a buyer-beware market.". (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Protesting: The New Business Strategy Jul 19, 2008
The dispute resolution process is relatively brief; there's a realistic possibility that the protester will prevail; the outcome is decided by a civil servant rather than a judge; and there's no appeals system. "I think the protest process has been overused and has become abused and now is employed for manipulation of the government market," Metzger says. (Forbes -- Business)
RIL drags RCOM to arbitration on MTN Jul 18, 2008
RCOM has refused to participate in the conciliation meetings under the alternate dispute resolution provisions contained in the Non-Competition Agreement, RIL said in a statement. The war of words continued as the RCOM spokesperson immediately retaliated stating that RILs notice for arbitration proceedings is legally and factually unwarranted. (India Times)
Mildura crash victim's dad sues driver Jul 18, 2008
"TAC continues to explore alternative means for dispute resolution," the statement read. Witnesses reported that Towle, who had his four-year-old son on his lap as he drove, was "flying" along the road before he careered into the group of teenagers leaving a party. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
While the Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes Processes FINRA Arbitration Claims Against Wachovia Relating to Auction Rate Securities, Securities Regulators Probe Wachovia's St. Louis Headquarters Jul 18, 2008
Since Klayman & Toskes initially announced its investigation of Auction Rate Securities in February 2008, the Law Firm has received numerous inquires from purchasers of Auction Rate Securities and have filed numerous arbitration claims with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's (``FINRA'') Office of Dispute Resolution. Many brokerage firms marketed Auction Rate Securities to be ``safe'', ``liquid'' investments that were akin to money market funds. (Primezone Releases)
Ghana: Akufo-Addo to Wage War On Cocaine Menace Jul 17, 2008
Expanding and expediting access to justice for women, the poor and vulnerable in society through the increased use of court-connected alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, and the modernisation of customary arbitration, mediation and conciliation practices by our traditional authorities, will be among strategies that his Government will pursue. According to him, Ghana's criminal justice system would be reformed to serve society better through imposition of stiffer prison sentences for... (allAfrica.com)
