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Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and the advantages and disadvantages of ADR  

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Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and the advantages and disadvantages of ADR Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is an alternative way for people to settle disputes instead of going through the courts. There are many different types of ADR, which can be used to settle disputes. The most common methods of ADR are Tribunals, Negotiation, conciliation, mediation and arbitration. Negotiation is the method that most parties in dispute take before they take any further action. This normally conducted either directly between the parties who have a dispute or through their lawyers. Conciliation, this is where a conciliator takes an active role and suggests methods of compromise for the parties. Mediation, this ADR is conducted with an independent 3rd party mediator who doesn't impose a legally binding decision, but helps the parties come to a compromise solution. Mediation has become a popular way of settling disputes and is also now available on the onternet....

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