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)
Road Home contractor ICF International fined $1M Jul 16, 2008
The company was also fined $356,879 for failure to show cases were cleared from a dispute resolution process that officials said was holding applications in limbo ... LRA spokeswoman Christina Stephens said that despite exhaustive work with ICF to determine why cases were in dispute resolution, the company was not able to provide adequate documentation. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hand franchises to watchdog Jul 14, 2008
The changes in the Code this year centred on disclosure; however, by far the largest push for change has been about the interaction between the parties regarding dispute resolution, exit arrangements and ongoing rights within the relationship. Mr Beddall said that while his body is firmly pro-franchising, they want to see ''cowboy practices'' outlawed and more equitable relationships. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
WSU Names New Faculty Representative Jul 13, 2008
Professor Ackerman came to the Wayne State Law School from the Dickinson School of Law at Penn State, where he taught torts, dispute resolution, conflict resolution theory, negotiation and mediation. He also served as chair of several committees and was the director of the Center for Dispute Resolution, the nation's seventh-ranked law school dispute resolution program ... While dean, the law school experienced a 60 percent increase in financial aid to law students, a revitalization of the alumni... (Wsuathletics.com)
Ofcom vows to improve complaints process Jul 13, 2008
Complainants who fail to resolve their issues directly with their provider could see waiting times cut from 12 to eight weeks before taking their complaint to an Alternative Dispute Resolution service. Telcos will be required to write to customers who have made a complaint to inform them that they have the right to resolution. (VNUNet.com)
Is SC bench for corporates desirable? Jul 13, 2008
However, the reality is that dispute resolution and justice delivery has become extremely slow for commercial comfort. Commercial and mercantile contracts have a shorter shelf life. (India Times)
Fire funding dispute still ongoing Jul 13, 2008
Goulart originally said that unless the county agreed to pay both the city and Post, he would ask for a court order for mandatory dispute resolution and for the matter to go before a senior judge or a judge from another district. He said he was open to Patty s proposal to extend the current mediation period longer as long as the county was negotiating in good faith. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Ofcom acts on telecom firm gripes Jul 13, 2008
All communications providers must have a complaints code of practice and be a member of a free alternative dispute resolution scheme for complaints that prove impossible to resolve. Consumers currently have to wait 12 weeks before their concern is taken up by this independent arbiter. (BBC News -- Technology)
Merger creates new financial ombudsman Jul 13, 2008
From today, they can contact the Financial Ombudsman, to access three existing dispute resolution schemes - the Banking and Financial Services Ombudsman, the Financial Industry Complaints Service, and the Insurance Ombudsman Service. "The merger means that independent dispute resolution services for up to 80 per cent of Australian banking, insurance and investment disputes can now be provided under one roof," Corporate Law Minister Senator Nick Sherry said in a statement today ... "The merger... (NEWS.com.au)
MTN talks offer: Mukesh 'snubs' Anil Jul 8, 2008
The statement said there was "neither any dispute nor occasion for conciliation process", that RIL's claims are "legally and factually untenable, and misconceived" and insisted that the "meeting is not part of 'conciliation' or 'dispute resolution' mechanism". It added: "RCOM reserves rights to take all actions as legally advised.". (India Times, India)
Radio debate still on the table Jul 6, 2008
MCHD board members and Conroe council members turned down interlocal agreements with the county this week, citing a lack of coverage guarantees, performance standards and a dispute resolution clause. Attorneys for the entities said the previous contract they signed included such guarantees and experience shows them a dispute resolution clause is needed. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Top judge backs sharia in Britain Jul 5, 2008
"There is no reason why sharia principles, or any other religious code, should not be the basis for mediation or other forms of alternative dispute resolution," chief justice Nicholas Phillips of Worth Matravers said while speaking at the East London Muslim Centre in Whitechapel. "It must be recognised, however, that any sanctions for a failure to comply with the agreed terms of mediation would be drawn from the laws of England and Wales," he said. (India Times, India)
Tonbridge Power Provides Update on Regulatory Matters Jul 5, 2008
This condition required MATL to satisfy the EUB that it had consulted with affected landowners on a Preliminary Alternative Dispute Resolution ("PADR") process. This process is designed to establish a process to negotiate appropriate mitigations of any adverse impacts on farming and irrigation resulting from the construction of the MATL transmission line. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
MTN row: RIL fires fresh salvo Jul 4, 2008
In a statement, RIL said it has "invoked provision of dispute resolution mechanism contained in the non-competition agreement dated January 12, 2006 and has invited RCOM to participate in the process of mutual reconciliation prior to commencement of formal arbitration". Earlier, RIL had written to RCOM that any swap deal with MTN would amount to sale of shares, which would violate RIL's first right of refusal. (India Times, India)
Charge like a wounded bull, sting like a bee Jul 4, 2008
In the fantasy world, the lawyer-run investigations invariably plug for three things in having a stab at improvement: grittier management of cases by the judges, more alternative dispute resolutions and better cost disclosure ... As to alternative dispute resolution, the problem is that increasingly it is being turned back into an adversarial exercise. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
RIL, RCom in war of words, again Jul 4, 2008
In a brief media statement, RI 00004000 L said on Thursday evening: RIL has invoked the provisions of the dispute resolution contained in the non-competition agreement dated January 12, 2006 and has invited RCOM to participate in the process of mutual conciliation prior to commencement of formal arbitration. RCOM, in its response, strongly criticised the RIL move. (India Times)
Top UK Judge: Sharia Law Can Be Used in Britain Jul 4, 2008
There is no reason why principles of sharia law or any other religious code should not be the basis for mediation or other forms of dispute resolution. . (The Drudge Report)
eBay continues Jul 4, 2008
" Posted by: AJL on July 4, 2008 2:43 PM I would also like to add my view about Ebay and the way you are not allowed to determine which form of payment you wish to use... They now force you to put Paypal on your listing - also you are not allowed to have a choice of which form of Paypal you wish to be paid, you have to be at the hands of the buyer. I prefer bank to bank which is free for both buyer and seller , but not allowed to request this or they will deregister me. Also, once you have used... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Fort Oglethorpe to ask county officials to continue fire services funding Jul 3, 2008
If the commission declines, said City Attorney and Interim City Manager Ron Goulart, the city will ask for a court order on July 9 for mandatory dispute resolution and a continuance of payment past the July 15 cutoff date while the matter is under discussion. That s an option that neutral mediator Floyd Hale on Monday, June 30, told representatives from the City of Fort Oglethorpe, the Catoosa County Board of Commissioners and Post Volunteer Fire Department that he hoped they could avoid. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Eckerd Youth Alternatives names chief development officer Jul 2, 2008
He is a member of the North Carolina State Bar and a trained mediator for alternative dispute resolution. Eckerd Youth Alternatives, based in Clearwater, is a private, not-for-profit organization that serves nearly 10,000 youth each year through more than 40 programs in nine states: Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, Texas, Vermont, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
The Rarefied Air of the A-List Jul 1, 2008
(One example: Partner Victor Schachter worked with Indian courts to help develop alternative dispute resolution procedures as a way to bypass overburdened court dockets. Fritz says the associate score may be a reaction to a popular flex program, which allows associates to choose between a 1,950-hour track and a 1,800-hour track. (Law.com)
Public Information Notice: IMF Executive Board Concludes Article IV Consultation with Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste Jul 1, 2008
Additional efforts are needed on pending financial sector legislation and the creation of an alternative dispute resolution mechanism. Any public sector participation in the financial system should be on commercial terms and supervised under domestic banking laws. (IMF News)
Maintain client relationships to ensure payment Jul 1, 2008
If the client had a problem with the invoice or the work done, "we suggest quick dispute resolution," he said. "It could be a misreading of an invoice, [questions about] the time spent on a job or quality issues; it could be they don't feel the job is complete. We see that a lot: If the customer isn't satisfied, they'll refuse to pay.". (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Sunday liquor sales on tap Jun 30, 2008
Setting up a dispute resolution process for Home Owner Associations (House Bill 1135). Setting a higher standard for the state's adverse possession laws that allows someone to claim another person's property if they have had access to that property for at least 18 years (House Bill 1148). (Rocky Mountain News)
Labopharm Receives Response from FDA Regarding its Once-Daily Tramadol Product Jun 30, 2008
- Company Expects to Submit Complete Response by End of Week - LAVAL, QC, June 30 /CNW/ - Labopharm Inc. (TSX: DDS; NASDAQ: DDSS) today announced that the Company has received a response from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its most recent appeal of the decision in the Agency's Approvable Letter for its once-daily tramadol formulation through the Formal Dispute Resolution process. Procedurally, Dr. Douglas Throckmorton, M.D., the FDA's Deputy Director, Center for Drug... (Canada Newswire)
Online Dispute Resolution Saves Time, Money Jun 29, 2008
"The pathway to quicker, faster, less expensive dispute resolution outside of the court system will be on the Internet," said Ahalt ... Online dispute resolution can sometimes cost as little as $300, compared to thousands of dollars clients spend going to court ... The city of New York began using online dispute resolution in 2004 to reduce a backlog of claims in the court. (ABC 7 News, DC)
* EPA urges consumers to buy green Jun 25, 2008
Yang Ching-shi, director-general of the EPAs Department of Supervision, Evaluation and Dispute Resolution ... The success of green consumerism depends on a smooth flow between environmentally conscious upstream manufacturers, sales outlets and consumers, said Yang Ching-shi (y), director-general of the Department of Supervision, Evaluation and Dispute Resolution. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Flawed foundations Jun 25, 2008
The insurance is mandatory and there's a binding, low-cost dispute resolution system where a builder's licence may be at risk if he doesn't rectify defects ... Ian Jennings, general manager of the authority, says: "You're covered for defects, subsidence and non-completion up to $400,000. It works because of the integrated model. You need dispute resolution, a licensing regime, the ability to get rid of a builder, plus you've got to have the insurance. It all comes as a package.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
QGC: Bidder`s Statement Jun 25, 2008
SENIOR MANAGEMENT Mark Anning Company Secretary BCom, LLB (Hons) , Grad Dip App Corp Gov, ACIS. During his years in private practice with national law firms including Allens Arthur Robinson, Mr Anning specialised in corporate/commercial dispute resolution and commercial risk management. He has acted for a large number of the established energy sector companies, including being on the team acting for the Weeks Royalty interest holder, Oil Basins Limited, in a series of international... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Consumer court scope to be widened Jun 23, 2008
With the increasing number of investors grievances, one of the objectives of the new company law bill is to provide timely and simplified institutional structure for dispute resolution so that investors are not compelled to resort to costly legal proceedings. Discuss this story with other readers. (India Times)
SOMEONE YOU SHOULD KNOW: Ron Claassen Jun 23, 2008
Mennonite Community Church, The Association for Conflict Resolution, the Alternative Dispute Resolution CommitteeWhat are his hobbies. Sharing coffee and conversation at Starbucks each afternoon with his wife, visiting his grandson, co-writing a book, "Discipline That Restores," with his wife, reading, golfWhat would he like to share with others. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Govt urged to take over credit products Jun 23, 2008
" The MFAA would also like to see a national licensing system for finance brokers as proposed by the NSW draft finance broking bill, released last November. "We also support compulsory membership by lenders of an ASIC (Australian Securities and Investment Commission) approved alternative dispute resolution and the commonwealth taking over the Uniform Consumer Credit Code regulations," he said. "We have been working towards a nationally consistent approach to regulation of our industry since... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Conflict Resolution Close To Home Jun 22, 2008
A vast majority of suits in the United States (85%) are resolved without trials, using Alternative Dispute Resolution, because it is faster, less expensive, and (especially with negotiation and mediation) often lead to more satisfactory results. " In one of the most difficult situations to negotiate -- the custody of children in separation and divorce -- the use of Mediation can be of significant value in maintaining a civil relationship between the parents as the children do their best to try... (Suite101.com)
Fed. High Court Raises Panel To Review Rules Jun 21, 2008
Also, the committee is charged to examine the possibilities of incorporating rules like the Pre-Trial Procedure, Fast Track System, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), taking preliminary objection with the substantive suit and to look into whether an ex-parte order of interim injunction should lapse automatically the moment trial commences in a substantive suit. Replying on behalf of members of the committee, the Chairman, Justice Okeke pledged that his committee would be guided by the... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Greenebaum attorney named Kentucky Bar's 'Outstanding Lawyer of the Year' Jun 19, 2008
Keane, a former president of the Louisville Bar Association, is a member of Greenebaum's litigation and dispute resolution practice group. She also is co-chairman of the firm's Beverage Alcohol Team. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Patients sign away right to sue nursing homes Jun 18, 2008
The Kurth family has been represented by counsel throughout this proceeding and may pursue their claim under the provisions of Kindreds Alternative Dispute Resolution program should they choose to do so, the company said via e-mail. We look forward to a prompt and mutually acceptable resolution of the case. (MSNBC -- Health)
