Taking the easy way out
Language: English Series: Building ; 271(8436) 23 June 2006, 80(1)Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Summary: Argues that by creating a mediation-style dispute resolution service, the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) is merely responding to the demands of construction clients, by providing them with a judicial evaluation before becoming locked into a formal court battle. Experience of similar systems in the USA and Europe shows that concerns about judges acting as mediators are probably misplaced. Also provides a brief guide to TCC mediation procedure.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L133980 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 133980-1001 |
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Argues that by creating a mediation-style dispute resolution service, the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) is merely responding to the demands of construction clients, by providing them with a judicial evaluation before becoming locked into a formal court battle. Experience of similar systems in the USA and Europe shows that concerns about judges acting as mediators are probably misplaced. Also provides a brief guide to TCC mediation procedure.