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The Case For Forgiveness In Legal Disputes, Eileen Barker
The Case For Forgiveness In Legal Disputes, Eileen Barker
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
The article offers information on the education and understanding of forgiveness, which assists lawyers and mediators in supporting their clients in the area of forgiveness. It discusses two types of forgiveness relevant to legal disputes including bilateral forgiveness and unilateral forgiveness, and briefs common misconceptions about forgiveness. It analyzes that the essence of forgiveness is the giving up of resentment, anger, and hatred.
When More Than Sorry Matters, Lee Taft
When More Than Sorry Matters, Lee Taft
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
The article offers information on the legal aspects of apologizing and its place in dispute resolution. The typology of apology under the book "Mea Culpa" of sociologist Nicholas Tavuchis is mentioned, which distinguishes between authentic and inauthentic apologies. It reports that authentic apology acknowledges the legitimacy of the violated rule through speech, admits fault for its violation and expresses regret for the harm caused by the violation.