Tue Jun 22 2010Cheap and cheerfulIn costs disputes, mediation is not only cheaper and quicker than court assessments, it also provides a less hostile environment in which parties can effectively settle their differences, says William Gibson
Tue May 04 2010Logging outThe increasing popularity of online networking sites raises important issues about what happens to an individual's digital legacy after their death, says Nicola Plant
Tue Apr 20 2010The wrong targetIf implemented as they are, Jackson LJ's proposals will shift costs from defendants to claimants and reduce rather than increase access to justice, says Nigel Cooksley QC
Tue Apr 06 2010Judge for yourselfNegotiated settlements bring savings for litigants and for the courts, and the parties are more likely to have a workable solution – so why aren’t more disputes going to mediation? DJ Monty Trent talks to Jean-Yves Gilg about his plans to change people’s minds about alternative dispute resolution
Tue Mar 30 2010Pillar of strengthMediation has proved to be an effective and cheaper alternative to litigation, but only if it is used properly will it reach its full potential, says Peter Brewer
Tue Feb 23 2010The right routeMediation has a high success rate and saves time and money, so why is it so often overlooked by local authorities? Gerard Khoshnaw reports
Tue Feb 16 2010Encounters of the third kindThere are many advantages of involving third sector organisations in the delivery of public services, but those considering bidding for contracts should be aware of the risks and prepare carefully, says Mark Johnson
Tue Feb 09 2010Survival skillsMediation can be a tricky course to navigate; so solicitors and their clients must be aware of what can go wrong. Victoria Brackett reports