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Litigation

Jul. 30, 2002

Having a Numbers Plan Helps in Mediation Talks

Column by Bill McDonald - It is time for you to file your mediation brief. Assume there have been no negotiations on financial matters or exchange of settlement figures. Who makes the first proposal? Should you?

        By Brian McDonald

         It is time for you to file your mediation brief. Assume there have been no negotiations on financial matters or exchange of settlement figures. Who makes the first proposal? Should you?
        Do you intend to start at a reasonable level? If so, your ability to make concessions will be limited. Wh...

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