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Strategic Apologies In Medical Malpractice Mediation, Brittany Norman
Strategic Apologies In Medical Malpractice Mediation, Brittany Norman
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
Mistakes happen, even in a field as serious and careful as medicine. As a result, some patients are left with unexpected results from their medical procedures. Once hospitals inform patients of medical mistakes or the patients inform the hospital, the patients' cases are moved to the legal realm, where they are viewed as a liability. This shift causes the patient to feel as though the hospital does not recognize him or her and prevents doctors from apologizing to their patients, despite their desire to do so. In an attempt to apologize without vulnerability to liability, medical professionals are sometimes instructed …
Mediating Towards Forgiveness & Family Reconciliation In Divorce; Select Issues In Dispute Resolution: Apology & Forgiveness, Selina J. Shultz
Mediating Towards Forgiveness & Family Reconciliation In Divorce; Select Issues In Dispute Resolution: Apology & Forgiveness, Selina J. Shultz
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
This paper examines the importance of forgiveness and the rebuilding of trust in the reconciliation of the family during and after a divorce, and contemplates the mediator’s role in leading the parties in this direction.
Advising Clients To Apologize, Jonathan R. Cohen
Advising Clients To Apologize, Jonathan R. Cohen
Jonathan R. Cohen
The article argues that lawyers should consider the possibility of advising clients to apologize for harms they commit, as in some cases apology may best serve their client's interests. The articles discusses some of the pros and cons to apology in the legal setting, as well as barriers that may inhibit apologies.
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.
Apology, Forgiveness, Reconciliation & Therapeutic Jurisprudence, Susan Daicoff
Apology, Forgiveness, Reconciliation & Therapeutic Jurisprudence, Susan Daicoff
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
The article offers information on the definition of the apology, forgiveness, and reconciliation processes. It discusses the relationship between these concepts and explains the benefits of practical use of apology, forgiveness, and reconciliation in the law. It informs that these concepts provide an effective healing to dispute or conflicts between individuals, groups, or institutions.
Lessons From Mediators' Stories, John M. Lande
Lessons From Mediators' Stories, John M. Lande
Faculty Publications
This article is part of a symposium discussing the book, Stories Mediators Tell, edited by Eric Galton and Lela Love. The book consists of accounts of 31 actual mediations, followed by reflections of each mediator-author. Some of the chapters tell of extraordinary cases and others are more routine.
Legislating Apology: The Pros And Cons, Jonathan R. Cohen
Legislating Apology: The Pros And Cons, Jonathan R. Cohen
Jonathan R. Cohen
Should apologies be admissible into evidence as proof of fault in civil cases? While this question is a simple one, its potential ramifications are great, and legislative and scholarly interest in the admissibility of apologies has exploded. Shortly after the idea of excluding apologies from admissibility into evidence was raised in academic circles three years ago, it rapidly spread to the policy arena. For example, California and Florida enacted laws in 2000 and 2001 respectively excluding from admissibility apologetic expressions of sympathy ("I'm sorry that you are hurt") but not fault-admitting apologies ("I'm sorrythat I injured you") after accidents. Eight …
Apology And Organizations: Exploring An Example From Medical Practice, Jonathan R. Cohen
Apology And Organizations: Exploring An Example From Medical Practice, Jonathan R. Cohen
Jonathan R. Cohen
In this Article, I focus on injuries committed by members of organizations, such as corporations, and examine distinct issues raised by apology in the organizational setting. In particular, I consider: (i) the process of learning to prevent future errors; (ii) the divergent interests stemming from principal-agent tensions in employment, risk preferences and sources of insurance; (iii) the non-pecuniary benefits to corporate morale, productivity and reputation; (iv) the standing and scope of apologies; and (v) the articulation of policies toward injuries to others.
Forgive And Forget: Recognition Of Error And Use Of Apology As Preemptive Steps To Adr Or Litigation In Medical Malpractice Cases , Ashley A. Davenport
Forgive And Forget: Recognition Of Error And Use Of Apology As Preemptive Steps To Adr Or Litigation In Medical Malpractice Cases , Ashley A. Davenport
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
Medical malpractice cases are a special breed within the field of tort jurisprudence as mistakes in the medical field are regrettably inevitable. Medical universities use some of the greatest hospitals in this country as interactive classrooms to teach future physicians. A vast number of people are treated in hospitals throughout the United States every day, and of those treated, a number are neglected under the confines of the law. The American public expects infallible care from our health care system and any deviation from perfection may result in legal action. Those wronged seek litigation primarily as a means to punish …
The Clinton-Obama Approach To Medical Malpractice Reform: Reviving The Most Meaningful Features Of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Grant Wood Geckeler
The Clinton-Obama Approach To Medical Malpractice Reform: Reviving The Most Meaningful Features Of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Grant Wood Geckeler
Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal
An introduction to medical malpractice reform would be incomplete without mentioning the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) 1999 report, To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health System, which lists medical errors as the eighth leading cause of death in the United States. While much attention premiums, the media's recent interest in the application of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) tactics in medical malpractice cases has increased. The quest for a one-size-fits-all fix to rising health care costs has turned to ADR for guidance in the past, with hopes that binding arbitration and voluntary mediation would resolve the crisis. Recently, the …
Outward Bound To Other Cultures: Seven Guidelines For U.S. Dispute Resolution Trainers, Harold Abramson
Outward Bound To Other Cultures: Seven Guidelines For U.S. Dispute Resolution Trainers, Harold Abramson
Scholarly Works
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The Future Of Apologies, Aaron Lazare
The Future Of Apologies, Aaron Lazare
New England Journal of Public Policy
Aaron Lazare spoke on the topic of apologies at the inauguration of Chancellor Michael Collins at the University of Massachusetts Boston. This text is taken from Lazare’s 2004 book On Apology published by Oxford University Press and reprinted here with permission.
Legislating Apology: The Pros And Cons, Jonathan R. Cohen
Legislating Apology: The Pros And Cons, Jonathan R. Cohen
UF Law Faculty Publications
Should apologies be admissible into evidence as proof of fault in civil cases? While this question is a simple one, its potential ramifications are great, and legislative and scholarly interest in the admissibility of apologies has exploded. Shortly after the idea of excluding apologies from admissibility into evidence was raised in academic circles three years ago, it rapidly spread to the policy arena. For example, California and Florida enacted laws in 2000 and 2001 respectively excluding from admissibility apologetic expressions of sympathy ("I'm sorry that you are hurt") but not fault-admitting apologies ("I'm sorrythat I injured you") after accidents. Eight …
Re Abt Building Products Canada Ltd And Cep, Loc 434 (Shatford), Innis Christie
Re Abt Building Products Canada Ltd And Cep, Loc 434 (Shatford), Innis Christie
Innis Christie Collection
Employee grievance alleging breach of the Collective Agreement between the parties effective March 9, 1998 — December 15, 2002 in that the Employer breached Article 3 and Appendix "C" of the Collective Agreement by suspending the Grievor for five days without sufficient cause and breached the Collective Agreement by defaming the Grievor. The Grievor seeks reimbursement for the five days of wages and consequent benefits lost, and damages and a written apology for defamation.
Apology And Organizations: Exploring An Example From Medical Practice, Jonathan R. Cohen
Apology And Organizations: Exploring An Example From Medical Practice, Jonathan R. Cohen
UF Law Faculty Publications
In this Article, I focus on injuries committed by members of organizations, such as corporations, and examine distinct issues raised by apology in the organizational setting. In particular, I consider: (i) the process of learning to prevent future errors; (ii) the divergent interests stemming from principal-agent tensions in employment, risk preferences and sources of insurance; (iii) the non-pecuniary benefits to corporate morale, productivity and reputation; (iv) the standing and scope of apologies; and (v) the articulation of policies toward injuries to others.
Advising Clients To Apologize, Jonathan R. Cohen
Advising Clients To Apologize, Jonathan R. Cohen
UF Law Faculty Publications
The article argues that lawyers should consider the possibility of advising clients to apologize for harms they commit, as in some cases apology may best serve their client's interests. The articles discusses some of the pros and cons to apology in the legal setting, as well as barriers that may inhibit apologies.
Legal Consequences Of Apologizing, Peter H. Rehm, Denise R. Beatty
Legal Consequences Of Apologizing, Peter H. Rehm, Denise R. Beatty
Journal of Dispute Resolution
This article discusses the legal consequences of saying you are sorry, whether as an apology or an expression of sympathy. It discusses questions such as whether an apology is understood to be an admission of guilt, whether an apology fulfills any elements of a tort, how an apology can be useful for avoiding litigation, how an expression of sympathy should be worded to minimize the possibility that it could be misunderstood to be an admission of guilt, and why someone who is guilty of some error should apologize without concern that this would make their situation worse. It analyzes various …
Healing Angry Wounds: The Roles Of Apology And Mediation In Disputes Between Physicians And Patients, Ann J. Kellett
Healing Angry Wounds: The Roles Of Apology And Mediation In Disputes Between Physicians And Patients, Ann J. Kellett
Journal of Dispute Resolution
This country is in the midst of what has been identified as a medical malpractice "crisis."' A similar "crisis" was recognized over a decade ago. 2 In both eras, rates for medical liability insurance soared, 3 frequency and severity of claims reportedly increased, 4 and damage awards spiralled.' Decreased availability of malpractice insurance coverage, 6 and its increased cost, threatened availability of physician services in certain specialties and geographic areas.