Techniques Of Mediation In Labor Disputes

Monograph on the techniques of conciliation in labour disputes in the USA - examines the policies, functions and procedures of relevant labour administration within the labour relations system, the role of the mediator in collective bargaining crises, and includes the general provisions applying to the federal civil service. Bibliography.

This open access book opens up the black box of mediation in collective conflicts through the analyses and comparisons of various systems. Mediation and related third party interventions such as conciliation and facilitation are discussed as effective prevention and regulation tools for different types of collective labor conflicts. These interventions fit in a new developed five-phase model of collective conflicts in organizations, going from capacity building in latent conflicts, through conciliation, mediation and arbitration in escalating phases, to rebuilding of trust after hot conflicts. The authors promote understanding and discussion with regards to labor mediation systems, presenting comparative research on the perspectives of mediators and users of mediation. This book describes and analyses laws, regulations and practices of mediation in seventeen countries, with a relative strong emphasis on Europe. Part 1 presents theoretical frameworks on conciliation and mediation in collective labor conflicts. Part 2 presents regulations and practices in 12 European countries: Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, France, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, The Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Part 3 discusses mediation in these collective conflicts in Australia, China, India, South Africa and the USA. Part 4 offers conclusions and ways forward. This book offers analyses, good practices and developments for third party intervention in collective labor conflicts in global and local changing environments. This book is a must-read for policy makers, , social partners at different levels, as well as scholars and practitioners in industrial relations, human resources management and conflict management, particularly conciliators and mediators.

"This book explains how to mediate legal disputes-cases serious enough for parties to hire lawyers to represent them-and describes the techniques you can use to resolve them"--

In the early summer of 2005, an international expert meeting was convened in The Hague to share and compare national experiences with conciliation and mediation as methods for resolving collective labor disputes. Both the European Union and the Council of Europe have committed themselves to promoting these methods which aim to assist disputants in finding creative, negotiated solutions, while preserving their long-standing relationships. Ideally, trade unions and employers (associations) have such long-standing relationships, and many European countries have specialized conciliation officers or mediation services operating in this area. The meeting allowed leading mediators and academics to share their experiences and to exchange their views on the changes permeating Europe today: the rise of transnational labor disputes, the decentralization of collective bargaining, the process of de-unification, the joining of the EU by new member states without a social dialogue tradition, and the insights generated by the emerging science of principled bargaining, facilitative mediation, and conflict management. All these developments are likely to increase the demand for expert mediation services assisting more often less experienced negotiators. Thereby, the very nature of mediation may gradually change. This book documents the proceedings and provides a comprehensive overview of EU initiatives in the field of collective labor law and dispute resolution.

For an in-depth discussion of all the issues that a mediator or advocate needs to become an expert on the process, turn to Dwight Golanns award-winning MEDIATING LEGAL DISPUTES. Recognized by the CPR Institute for Dispute Resolution For The best book published in the field of dispute resolution, MEDIATING LEGAL DISPUTES is the only mediation resource youll need. The author discusses not only the very real psychological dimensions of disputing, but also grapples with tough techniques like decision analysis and evaluation to deal with real disputes over who will win in court. This valuable reference offers unique and powerful mediation methods that: Minimize the impact of spin tactics, private agendas, and hard-line bargaining strategies Calculate the cost of litigation alternatives as part of the mediation strategy Overcome hidden obstacles to settlement, such as emotional/psychological sticking points Apply sophisticated techniques (such as on-the-spot laptop computer programs) to analyze risk and break negotiating impasses Meet the challenges posed by specialized disputes such as employment and environmental cases Youll also learn mediation techniques for reducing friction, counteracting 'bad blood,' and guiding your case to satisfactory resolution.

Conference report on dispute settlement techniques and trends in the public sector in the USA and Canada - comments on legislation and jurisprudence, and discusses dismissals, labour contract costing, the productivity wages relationship, conciliation, arbitration, etc. References and statistical tables. Conference held in Washington d.c. 1974 aug 2. Conference held in Washington d.c. 1974 November 11 to 13.

Monograph on dispute settlement of labour disputes in the USA, with particular reference to conciliation, arbitration and the role of labour courts - surveys the pros and cons of each stettlement method under various circumstances, and covers the structure, jurisdiction and procedures of various types of national level and local level arbitration systems. References.

For over twenty-five years, Author Mary Greenwood has been resolving disputes in her professional career as an Attorney, Mediator, Human Resources Director, Union Negotiator, and Labor Arbitrator. Her book How to Negotiate Like a Pro, Which has won six book awards, was based on her experience as a Union Negotiator. The sequel How to Mediate Like a Pro is based on her experience as a Mediator in over 7000 cases. Greenwood noticed that there were certain Rules or characteristics of The cases that settled that were not present in the cases that did not settle. Among those Rules you will find the following: Be A Devil's Advocate You Can Mediate With A Lunatic Everyone Makes Mistakes Let The Parties Tell Their Story Know When To Fold Greenwood lists each Rule and Script and offers a concise explanation on how and when to use it in Mediation. How to Mediate Like a Pro presents strategies and practical tips for the Mediation process. It will give you insight on how to deal with difficult parties, how to break an impasse and how to close the deal. After you read this book, you will be able to Mediate Like A Pro.