Labor disputes have been in the news all summer. From businesses and industries voting to unionize to existing unions going on strike to massive employment class action lawsuits being certified, there have been new examples of how workplace disputes boil over every week.
Mediation is more than just a single meeting. It is a structured process that involves preparation and communication to achieve the best results. In fact, preparation is often more important for mediation than other negotiation types. Being well-prepared makes it easier to explain
Business partnerships take time and effort to maintain, just like any other professional relationship. However, issues within a partnership can have much more significant effects than disagreements between coworkers. Without effort by both parties, arguments can spell the end of the business. This
Whenever multiple people work together toward the same goal, conflict is inevitable. It’s natural for people to disagree about how to accomplish tasks or what should be prioritized. As organizations grow, the opportunities for disputes increase. Conflict on its own is not a
If your organization is considering adding mediation to its dispute resolution toolkit, you’re on the path to making your business run more smoothly. However, if you’ve never participated in business mediation before, you probably have questions. At the Law Offices of Denise Eaton
There are many philosophies regarding the most effective negotiation techniques. Some people recommend an aggressive approach, while others prefer collaborating with their negotiation partners. Aggressive negotiation techniques include making extreme demands, setting hard deadlines, using aggressive language, and issuing ultimatums. In contrast, collaborative
One of the biggest benefits of mediation is that it allows parties with a dispute to voluntarily negotiate a solution. However, some people assume that, since mediation agreements are voluntary, they are not binding. This is simply not true. Mediation is valuable because
Mediation can be one of the most effective and efficient dispute-resolution methods in your organization’s toolkit. However, it requires a certain amount of goodwill from both parties to be successful. Without a good faith approach, it is difficult for most parties to reach
Workers employed at the same California businesses don’t always agree. As a result, there are times when a workplace conflict might arise that can have an adverse effect on your company. Mediation is often a good way to resolve those issues. Why mediation
Part of owning a small business in California involves handling the inevitable legal disputes. As your company grows, your chances of having a legal dispute over a contract, unfinished project, or other disagreement becomes more likely. Fortunately, instead of costly legal trials, you
When you choose our firm for legal assistance, we work with you individually and negotiate aggressively on your behalf. Whether you have a straightforward legal issue requiring limited interaction with an attorney, or a more complex matter requiring comprehensive mediation or litigation counsel, we will handle your case with opportunities to execute a successful strategy.
We invite you to schedule a confidential consultation directly with one of our lawyers by calling 510-244-3307, or send an email now.
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