As I discussed in last week’s post, it’s helpful to make The Seven Choices whenever you have gotten off track and are mentally beating yourself up for not achieving every goal in your life perfectly. …
Conflict Resolution and Intervention
Staying on PARR Through December After You Got Off Track
Today, my new virtual assistant team comes on board. After nearly three years of working together, Tyler left at the end of April, so he could focus on his education and life outside of The Law …
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Can an Attorney Practice Law and Mediate?
Yes. Attorneys can indeed practice law and mediate. They can also arbitrate while practicing law. It does take some extra work to maintain neutrality and avoid conflicts of interest, but we are …
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What Does It Mean to Be a “Neutral”?
"Neutrals" are third-parties. They aren’t part of the dispute to be arbitrated or mediated, and they aren’t likely to be significantly impacted by any resolution the primary parties create. Unlike …
Why Do Parties Reject Mediation If It Works?
We are human. Thus, we don't always choose to take actions that work. How many people do you know who want to lose weight, yet they don't change their eating habits or maintain an exercise program, …
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Can I Choose a Mediator with Industry Experience?
Of Course! Mediation is all about the parties having a choice and the power they need to create their own resolutions. There are some disputes that involve complex issues, such as patents or …
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How You Might Accidentally Hire an Undocumented Employee
Many of us consider ourselves law-abiding citizens. We pay our income taxes, comply with numerous regulations, purchase mandatory insurance policies, and refrain from stealing, killing, and cheating. …
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Frequently-Asked Questions about NYS Workers’ Compensation
I have workers' compensation ("WC") insurance, and one of my employees got hurt. Do I need to report it? Probably. With the exception of injuries such as paper cuts and minor bumps and bruises, all …
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What to Expect in a Workers Compensation Trial
DISCLAIMER: This post provides a general overview of a workers compensation trial. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please contact an …
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Breaking Up is Hard to Do, Even with Clients
Horst has been working as a consultant for a large international corporation for more than a decade. Over the years, he has conducted audits, helped the transition of work to new vendors, managed …
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