Chuck Malone

Alabama mediator, arbitrator and private judge | Attorney at Malone & Nelson, LLC | Proud father and grandfather

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When an important negotiation is looming, “winging it” is never the answer. The best negotiators engage in thorough preparation. That means taking time to analyze what you want, your bargaining position, and the other side’s wants and alternatives. https://t.co/jKFsjdU3OL

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The mediator looks to discover not only what is most important to each participant, but why these things are important to them. Read more about using #mediation to develop a prenup that satisfies both parties: https://t.co/PwEGBUvryn.

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You think a case might be well-suited for mediation. But, what now? Here are a few tips on how to get the ball rolling on mediation. Tip #13: Virtually every civil case (including domestic and family matters) and even some criminal cases can benefit from mediation. #Mediation

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So, what does a recent Alabama Supreme Court case mean for mediations going forward? The parties should pay particular attention to the terms of any specific order regarding their mediation. https://t.co/pUwJYiS4nI

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Mediation is a solution to COVID-19 insurance lawsuit deluge. The expense and corollary issues around business-interruption claim litigation should make mediation attractive to insurers and policyholders. Read more: https://t.co/6LjsiYbgRn. #Mediation

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It’s often the case that when two entities try to resolve a dispute by determining who is right, they get stuck. There is a better way to resolve your dispute: #mediation by hiring an expert mediator who focuses not on rights but on interests. https://t.co/nD1fZDAXfN

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Organizations are looking at their levels of resilience, what they need now, and to make them better able to respond to future crises. Dealing with conflict should be top of the list for attention. https://t.co/ZkUqFd3uuz

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You think a case might be well-suited for mediation. But, what now? Here are a few tips on how to get the ball rolling on mediation. Tip #12: Generally, an agreement reached at mediation can only be changed by agreement of the parties. #Mediation

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In a recent Alabama Supreme Court case, the Court reversed finding that the trial court’s order did not require the physical attendance of an AllState adjuster, and that there was no evidence that defense counsel did not have authority to settle the case. https://t.co/pUwJYiS4nI

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Facilitative mediation continues to grow as a preferred method to resolve disputes, especially in bankruptcy proceedings. Read more on how to prepare for mediation in bankruptcy: https://t.co/XRsoTMAKWO. #Mediation

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Your targeted counterpart is refusing to sit down with you or simply ignoring your requests. How can you get her to see that she would benefit from negotiating with you? Read more on how to use backward mapping: https://t.co/YaDqNLFTOI. #Mediation

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Continuing the countdown of the “Top Ten List of Unhelpful Behaviors” that make the mediation process less enjoyable, less efficient and less productive, this post examines the behaviors ranked 4, 5 and 6. Read more: https://t.co/qWDBNMpauL. #Mediation

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You think a case might be well-suited for mediation. But, what now? Here are a few tips on how to get the ball rolling on mediation. Tip #11: Judges can order a case to mediation. But, whether a case settles at the mediation is always up to the parties. #Mediation

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A recent Alabama Supreme Court case reverses and remands a decision that garnered lots of discussions. The underlying case involved an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim against Allstate. The trial court ordered the case to mediation. https://t.co/pUwJYiS4nI #Mediation

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There is no question that COVID-19 shutdowns have taken their toll on our lives. It is no surprise that these extreme changes are disrupting both family life and marriages. Read more about the benefits of mediation when divorcing during a pandemic: https://t.co/zADOtAV7ys.

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Strategic wariness causes many people to leave untapped value on the negotiation table. Of course, negotiated agreements based on incomplete and distorted information aren’t likely to be very efficient. Read more: https://t.co/KFwPWV2NKs.

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Almost one year ago, life for most of us changed irrevocably. And with it, we all took an accelerated course on how to use video conferencing, And with it came Zoom fatigue. Read more: https://t.co/xZCUQxuZqc. #Mediation

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You think a case might be well-suited for mediation. But, what now? Here are a few tips on how to get the ball rolling on mediation. Tip #10: Generally, a mediation session should take place at a neutral venue so that neither side feels the other has some advantage. #Mediation

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In a recent case, the Alabama Supreme Court released a decision dealing with mediation and should be reviewed by everyone engaged in mediation. Read more: https://t.co/pUwJYiS4nI. #Mediation

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Dispute resolution is an important part of the law. However, if you want the best results from an employment case, employ the right strategies. The following tips will help you get it right when it comes to dispute resolution. Read more: https://t.co/sfk0ptJeRY. #Mediation