Ask the advocates
Labor and management advocates describe the attributes they seek in an arbitrator, the conduct of the hearing, the handling of evidence, closing statements, mediation, decision-writing… Read More »Ask the advocates
closing argument
What arbitrators need from the parties
Discussions of advocates’ competence and recommendations regarding rules of evidence, framing the issues, opening and closing statements, stipulations of fact, and admissibility of offers of… Read More »What arbitrators need from the parties
Procedural rulings during the hearing
Excerpts from workshops on procedural rulings. The subjects include 1) third-party participation; 2) “due process” protections; 3) subpoenas; 4) absence of grievant or key witness;… Read More »Procedural rulings during the hearing