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Adr And The 'Vanishing Trial': The Growth And Impact Of 'Alternative Dispute Resolution', Thomas J. Stipanowich Dec 2003

Adr And The 'Vanishing Trial': The Growth And Impact Of 'Alternative Dispute Resolution', Thomas J. Stipanowich

Thomas J. Stipanowich

In the past quarter-century, significant changes have occurred in the ways lawyers approach conflict. There have been unprecedented efforts to develop strategies aimed at more efficient, less costly, and more satisfying resolution of conflict, including more extensive and appropriate use of mediation and other “alternative dispute resolution” (ADR) approaches. This study examines what we know and do not know about the growth and impact of ADR in federal and state courts, in the business sector, and in employment and consumer settings. The analysis examines the relationship between ADR and court trial, but also underlines the broader uses of and rationale …


Australia’S Eggleston Principles In Takeover Law: Social And Economic Sense?, Benedict Sheehy Dec 2003

Australia’S Eggleston Principles In Takeover Law: Social And Economic Sense?, Benedict Sheehy

Benedict Sheehy

Australia has yet to give up its distinctive approach to take-over law. Although there has been and continues to be pressure to submit to the US model, this article argues that to do so is not likely to produce the desired effect while giving up something of particular value to Australians.


Rethinking Corporate Federalism In The Era Of Corporate Reform, Renee Jones Dec 2003

Rethinking Corporate Federalism In The Era Of Corporate Reform, Renee Jones

Renee Jones

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