As global dispute resolution methods grow increasingly complex, parties continue to turn to alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods to resolve disputes more quickly, cost-effectively, and impartially. The 2023 data reveal a marked increase in demand for ADR...
Mediation has been an intrinsic part of Chinese culture for thousands of years. Since ancient times, respected and impartial figures have facilitated mediation as a means of helping parties resolve disputes. However, as Chinese society has evolved, so too have...
The Netherlands Supreme Court has ruled that order buttons which do not clearly indicate a payment obligation violate consumer rights. The Netherlands Supreme Court has ruled that order buttons must clearly indicate a payment obligation for consumers. This landmark...
To be available 24/7 or not The Importance of the Right to Disconnect in the Context of Workplace Disputes With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, as many employees continue to work from home, the issue of the "right to disconnect" is becoming increasingly...
How will artificial intelligence impact ADR processes, and where will these two worlds converge? Mediation and negotiation, key components of ADR processes, rely heavily on human judgment, empathy, and interaction. The soft skills of ADR professionals—empathy, active...
In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made significant strides in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods. In the past, ADR, particularly mediation, was not a commonly used method in this region. Commercial disputes were generally resolved through...
The Importance of Building a Culture of Mediation for Employee Wellbeing in Organizations Employee wellbeing has long been a significant topic on the agenda of executives. However, during and after the pandemic, its place on that list became more prominent, rising to...
How Can the Sustainability of Cross-Border Trade Activities, Which Are Rapidly Increasing Due to Globalization, Be Maintained, and How Can ADR Methods Be Utilized? Our world is shrinking with the discovery of the internet and the rapid advancement of technology, but...
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Methods and Social Change Throughout history, societies have had to struggle with various social and structural inequalities. In this struggle, justice systems play a vital role. However, the lengthy and costly nature of...
Why Are Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Methods Important in the Start-up and Entrepreneurship Economy? Small and new businesses continue to change the world. As often repeated, the path to becoming a big fish now starts with being a fast fish. The driving force...
The world is on the brink of a significant transformation. Keeping global warming at 1.5°C is critically important for the future of humanity, and achieving this requires reaching net zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050. At the end of 2023, COP28, the 28th...
Mediation is a crucial process that helps resolve disputes between parties in a peaceful and effective manner. However, for this process to be successful, mediators need more than just technical knowledge; emotional intelligence plays a critical role as well....
Bangladesh International Mediation Society celebrates 21 September as International Peace Day chosen by the United Nations and the UN's initiative, which has become a tradition, with respect and sincerity. As we all know the International Day of Peace...
Chapter 1 Introduction Either we accept or not we all have to be mediators in this expeditious century. The sources are becoming more limited and the time is more valuable nowadays. As many courts in different jurisdictions around the world, the civil courts in Turkey...