The gathering storm of arbitrators' and mediators' liability
Series: Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Law Journal ; (4) December 2000, 312-323(12)Publication details: 2000Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the problems of arbitrators and mediators accused of negligence and their subsequent liability under Canadian law. Examines possible basis for claims including: the fiduciary duty of mediators; confidentiality; the unauthorised practice of law, applicable where the mediator is not a lawyer; and outlines provisions that should be included in standard forms of agreement for arbitration and mediation. Notes that there is no requirement for mediators or arbitrators to carry professional indemnity insurance but details the level of cover provided by some policies. Covers case and common law.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS63509 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 110519-1001 |
Discusses the problems of arbitrators and mediators accused of negligence and their subsequent liability under Canadian law. Examines possible basis for claims including: the fiduciary duty of mediators; confidentiality; the unauthorised practice of law, applicable where the mediator is not a lawyer; and outlines provisions that should be included in standard forms of agreement for arbitration and mediation. Notes that there is no requirement for mediators or arbitrators to carry professional indemnity insurance but details the level of cover provided by some policies. Covers case and common law.