Letter to the Editor
Jul. 12, 2012
Oxymorons in mediation
Binding mediation makes no sense for a reason. By Scott Markus of PMA Dispute Resolution
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR COLUMN
"Binding mediation" is an oxymoron. ["Binding mediation dealing with potential shackles after Bowers," July 6]. "Binding" means "imposing an obligation or duty." Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition "'Mediation' means a process in which a neutral person or persons facilitate communication between the disputants to assist them in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement." California Evidence Cod...
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