The Courage to Settle
Settlement or Court Litigation A quick check of the dictionary indicates that the word “settle” has many meanings. Settle can mean, among other things, to agree, covenant, compensate, reconcile, mend, compromise, reside, or verify. In the legal world, settle or settlement means to resolve a dispute. The basic calculus addressing the pros and cons of […]
The Costs and Benefits of “Do It Yourself”
As a mediator, I have had the experience of helping people address their concerns during difficult times when their families are in transition. I have repeatedly observed how people in the midst of emotional distress can lose perspective and hurt themselves by their inability to comprehend what is happening from various points of view. It […]