10-1 Alternative Dispute Resolution

What is the primary purpose of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?

• To increase litigation costs

• To resolve disputes outside the traditional court system

• To replace the court system entirely

• To make all legal decisions public

Which of the following is NOT a common form of ADR?

• Negotiation

• Arbitration

• Mediation

• Litigation

What is the role of a mediator in the mediation process?

• To represent one of the parties

• To facilitate communication and help clarify issues

• To enforce the agreement

• To make a legally binding decision

In which step of the negotiation process do parties make offers and counteroffers?

• Prepare

• Problem-Solve

• Agree

• Implement

What is the final step in the arbitration process?

• Award

• Hearing

• Discovery

• Case Initiation

Which of the following is a characteristic of binding arbitration?

• The decision is made by a jury

• Parties can appeal the decision

• The decision is final and enforceable in court

• The decision is a recommendation

What is a potential disadvantage of negotiation?

• Resolution is not guaranteed

• It can be expensive and time-consuming

• It is always legally binding

• It requires a judge to be present

What is the main advantage of ADR over traditional litigation?

• It always results in a legally binding decision

• It is quicker and less expensive

• It is more expensive

• It is more public

Which of the following is true about mediation?

• It is the same as arbitration

• It is always legally binding

• The mediator makes the final decision

• It involves a neutral third party

What is the purpose of the discovery phase in arbitration?

• To select an arbitrator

• To implement the agreement

• To exchange and obtain information pertinent to the case

• To present closing arguments