Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is a term embracing a number of processes that have emerged in order to cope with disputes, particularly in the commercial world. This introduction to ADR describes some of the best known varieties, such as arbitration, adjudication and mediation. General comparisons are drawn with other dispute resolution processes to give the reader practical advice on the most appropriate form of ADR to use for a given set of circumstances. The text includes a number of case histories, ranging from personal injury disputes to construction litigation. The author has also provided sample ADR clauses to benefit those drafting an ADR clause for insertion into a contract or lease.