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SubjectDate Asked
Who pays?1/27/2012
  Q: I have a friend in California who sued a nursing home for wrongful death of their spouse. She ...
  A: I'm not an attorney nor am I familiar with CA law or the particulars of the specific court ...
union agreement1/22/2012
  Q: I was terminated under accusations that are not covered under the collective agreement is there ...
  A: Unfortunately I am not a lawyer nor do I have experience in Canadian labor law I'm afraid. However, ...
Mediation1/19/2012
  Q: Chou I have a mediation coming up shortly regarding an accident that I was in and I wanted to know ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
W-9 form request from tenant1/14/2012
  Q: A tenant of my residential rental property has just requested a W-9 from me. I file this rental ...
  A: The tenant may be trying to write off some of the rent for a business use and seeks to document the ...
Buisness conflict9/21/2011
  Q: I leased a restaurant from the resort owner for the summer season. I did not have my own debit visa ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
Books on Strong Evidence8/24/2011
  Q: Hypothetical Scenario: We have a group of people who are causing trouble in our neighborhood in ...
  A: Greetings, Thanks for your question. I commend you for your rational analysis and practical ...
Mediation?8/23/2011
  Q: Mr Chou, Thank you for volunteering your time on "All Experts". I'm part of a dispute that is very ...
  A: so sorry for your continued troubles. If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may ...
group ownership6/29/2011
  Q: I own a home in New Jersey with 2 family members. We all agree that we want to sell the house, but ...
  A: Sorry for the delay as the system notified me of your question this morning. As I always mention, ...
Shareholder discpute6/28/2011
  Q: I own 10% shares of a clothing company. I have resigned on March 25th, 2011 of this year due to ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
company using my company name6/24/2011
  Q: There has been a seller of reportedly forged materials who recently decided to purchase domains ...
  A: Sorry for the delay as the system just notified me this morning of your question. As I always ...
question on window claim6/22/2011
  Q: I have a home owner's question in regards to my windows. I built my home in 2002 and moved in, in ...
  A: Sorry for the delay as the system just notified me this morning of your question. As I always ...
RE: my reply6/11/2011
  Q: On 5/27/11 my friend and I were approached by two security guards at chesterfield towne center mall ...
  A: Sorry for the delay as the system just notified me this morning of your question. As I always ...
labor arbitration5/18/2011
  Q: I am involved in a labor dispute with my previous employer for wages in the state of New Jersey. ...
  A: Sorry for the delay as I was traveling this week. As I always note to questioners, mediators act as ...
Conflict of Interest5/15/2011
  Q: Long story short, my husbands brother who is a licensed mechanic had worked on a neighbor of ours ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
speeding4/17/2011
  Q: I recently received a speeding ticket for going 54 in a 35. I feel more than positive that I was not ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
Forced settlement before mediation3/12/2011
  Q: failure to pay a hire on bonus I had a contract for, and failure to honor two additional contacts ...
  A: Greetings, Thanks for your question -- sorry for the delay as I am traveling. There is something ...
LLC, problems3/2/2011
  Q: my 1 partner and i togather own 66 2/3% and are have many problems with the other partner also ...
  A: I would suggest you look closely at the contract for guidance. It is uncommon for a contract (that ...
Who hires mediators.2/15/2011
  Q: I'm doing a project for school and i was wondering who would hire a mediator and how you would go ...
  A: Greetings, Mediation is used to settle any dispute in a wide variety of areas. People use ...
fired for no reason1/30/2011
  Q: My husband ,Brian-36, has worked for a glass company for almost 3 yrs now. We had a trip planned to ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
a bit of wisdom needed1/29/2011
  Q: I have a problem that I dont know how to deal with and Im hoping you can offer some advice :) I ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
getting my bonus1/27/2011
  Q: after serving as marketing Manager for 8 years my contract was terminated by my employer notdue to ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
wrongful termination1/16/2011
  Q: I worked for UPS. I was fired for not doing a job that I put on my report. It was a front end ...
  A: Jeff! As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and ...
Tmobile won't put it in writing11/12/2010
  Q: Chou, I have had some problems lately with a Tmobile cellphone account that I closed several months ...
  A: Sorry about the delay in responding -- the system just notified me of your question this morning. ...
negotiation career path?10/14/2010
  Q: Mr. Chou... I'm not for sure if my question is actually in your area of expertise but because my ...
  A: My experience with commercial contracts and license agreements (and with various agents, specialists ...
negotiation career path?10/14/2010
  Q: Mr. Chou... I'm not for sure if my question is actually in your area of expertise but because my ...
  A: Mediators, as you may know, are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring ...
Contract Dispute10/5/2010
  Q: I am not sure if your the man to ask, but your bio looked like the jack of all trades, so here we ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
Elder Neglect That Led to Death10/1/2010
  Q: Timmy Chou, I need some clarity on a elder neglect based on a legal perspective. Location: Chicago, ...
  A: These additional details are even more worrisome. I think I would absolutely schedule a meeting ...
lawsuit9/21/2010
  Q: My husband is a residential contractor and has an LLC business. He purchased a one million dollar ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
Arbitration8/30/2010
  Q: I have an issue with my partner. In the p&s agreement it says that our duties are to supervise the ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
online dispute8/16/2010
  Q: netteller i dont know if you have heard of them or not but they are a online banking for mostly ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, the system just notified me today of your question. If you have looked at some ...
School Mediation8/14/2010
  Q: How can I begin a career in school mediation? Do I have to earn a family mediation certificate? ...
  A: Mediators, as you may know, are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring ...
legal issue8/12/2010
  Q: so this is going to sound dumb but i live at home going to college and slowly in the last 4 years ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Verbal Partnership Agreement8/7/2010
  Q: I started a website with a "partner" I didn't check out very carefully. My fault. Lesson learned. ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
Partnership desolvement7/21/2010
  Q: I am looking for advise on how to end a 50/50 partnership. Background- The partnership is based on ...
  A: In my experience settlements are typically based on a combination of tangible and intangible ...
Partnership desolvement7/15/2010
  Q: I am looking for advise on how to end a 50/50 partnership. Background- The partnership is based on ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, the system just notified me today of your question. If you have looked at some ...
Entering the field7/15/2010
  Q: I went to law school and graduated at age 50. That was 5 years ago. Since then I've been running a ...
  A: Mediators, as you know, are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing ...
with hold pay7/8/2010
  Q: The company I work for has employees log in and out of the phone system, when they arrive at work, ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
student loan6/28/2010
  Q: maybe even triple paid it off. I have been unemployed for 9 months, yet just recently gained ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Vengeful Apartment manager6/27/2010
  Q: I have a 12 month lease that ends on august 31st, 2010. I wanted to move out early so the landlord ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Is it legal for Apartment Landlord to charge rent for days to clean the apartment?6/27/2010
  Q: I have a 12 month lease that ends on august 31st, 2010. I wanted to move out early so the landlord ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
wrongful discharge6/10/2010
  Q: If I was discharged from my job today and then called back to return to work tommorrow can I just ...
  A: Unless you are putting at risk the receipt of payments for your work I suppose you have every right ...
Broken Verbal Contract5/29/2010
  Q: I have a situation that I need some guidance on. I'm an artist and crafter and have been in the ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Please help me....wrongful termination5/21/2010
  Q: My daughters were dance students for 4 years. Last week I had an arguement with the owners mother ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
unpaid wages5/9/2010
  Q: eligible for overnight differential pay first must work 3 weeks straight overnight , then to 6 weeks ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
wrongful termination4/12/2010
  Q: I have been terminated from my position as a Direct Support Professional. In the 15 months that i ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
wrongful termination3/24/2010
  Q: i was a manager at family dollar for over 7yrs i was terminated this year for failure to protect the ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Reduction in Force - Salary Continuation Schedule3/23/2010
  Q: My company is offering me a salary continuation if I agree to sign a release document. The payment ...
  A: If you have looked at my other answers you will see that I always note that mediators act as neutral ...
unpaid wages from employer3/17/2010
  Q: I have recently resigned from my employer but have not received my last 2 checks along with others ...
  A: As you may see if you have looked at answers I have provided before to questioners, I always note ...
FIRED FOR MISCONDUCT3/11/2010
  Q: I WAS TERMINATED ON FEBRUARY 1ST 2010 FOR MISCONDUCT. ANOTHER EMPLOYEE CAME AT ME WITH A GOLF CART ...
  A: Unlike litigation conducted in State and Federal Courts, arbitration is very industry and location ...
Buyer Breached Real Estate Contract3/7/2010
  Q: I signed a $260K contract with a buyer who came with a cash offer. The property is investment ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my other answers you will note that I always mention to questioners ...
inequitable workload -- husband and wife3/3/2010
  Q: My husband and I are 50/50 owners in a c-corp. We are the only 2 employees. He holds the title of ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
Peacemaking Mediation2/20/2010
  Q: Would you be able to offer more information on Peacemaking Mediation? I would be very grateful for ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, the system informed me this morning of your question. Mediators, as you ...
Co-Owner2/16/2010
  Q: We have a family construction business with my father being 45% owner, my mother being 45% owner and ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
family busines- majority to minority board structure1/31/2010
  Q: I am one of four siblings in an s-corp family business. My father, the majority owner and founder, ...
  A: If you have looked at some of my previous answers you may know that I always advise questioners that ...
boat title in two names1/14/2010
  Q: I bought this boat and my father-inlaw talked me in to putting his name on title. It states me as ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Child custody for military parents?1/12/2010
  Q: My former husband and I finalized our divorce March of 2009. It was uncontested with children and ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
PJC-Speeding1/8/2010
  Q: if you are granted a PJC are you required to pay the ticket and court costs?v
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Partnership Dissolution1/6/2010
  Q: I have been a 40% partner in a financial planning firm for 12 years. There are two other partners ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Dissolving a Business11/23/2009
  Q: I am 1 of 3 partners in a service business (medical billing).One of the partners wants to leave and ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, the system just notified me today of your question. If you have looked at some ...
Salary/OT11/21/2009
  Q: I was originally a salaried physical therapist for a physician owned practice. They then switched ...
  A: As you may see if you have looked at answers I have provided before to questioners, I always note ...
restaurant wars11/20/2009
  Q: I am a 50/50 partner in a restaurant with a highly unethical and increasingly dishonest individual. ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
ADR Career11/19/2009
  Q: Mr. Chou, I am in my first year of law school and I have decided to go into ADR as a career, ...
  A: Mediators, as you know, are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing ...
dissolving partnership dispute9/28/2009
  Q: Myself and business partner of 23 years have decied to go our seperate ways. We have been involved ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
suspicion wrongful termination9/4/2009
  Q: I have just been terminated for a company that i was employed for for the past 4yrs and i believe ...
  A: Sorry about the delay in responding -- the system just notified me of your question this morning. ...
Error by Attorney? Mediator?8/30/2009
  Q: This is a case involving underinsured motorist coverage from my primary automobile policy ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, it first appeared that your follow-up question was a repeat of the original ...
Threat of involuntary resignation8/30/2009
  Q: I work at a fast food restaraunt where I have not gotten along with the current manager for quite ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Error by Attorney? Mediator?8/26/2009
  Q: This is a case involving underinsured motorist coverage from my primary automobile policy ...
  A: Bud, Thanks for your question! As you know mediators are trained to assist parties in working out ...
son's termination8/21/2009
  Q: My teenage son was employed at a fast food restaurant and was sent home by the manager telling him ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Partner Stealing Money8/8/2009
  Q: I have a client that owes my company approximately $300,000. That client (company) have 2 partners, ...
  A: You will need someone in your city to assist you, not a recommendation from me. The BAR Association ...
Partner Stealing Money8/8/2009
  Q: I have a client that owes my company approximately $300,000. That client (company) have 2 partners, ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
disclosure statement fraud8/8/2009
  Q: We purchased a building for a retail space and residence. The owner indicated on the disclosure ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
t-mobile contract8/7/2009
  Q: I purchased a t-mobile broadband Internet service on 15/5/09 for 24 months at £40 per month, and ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
wrongful termination arbitration8/6/2009
  Q: My brother has gone through the arbitration process for wrongful termination against the City of ...
  A: Unlike litigation conducted in State and Federal Courts, arbitration is very industry and location ...
bankruptcy on student loans7/24/2009
  Q: is it possible to declare bankruptcy on just the interest and penalties accrued or find a way to ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Arbitration7/22/2009
  Q: I am aware that in a breach dispute of construction contract with an arbitration clause during the ...
  A: Well this is unfortunatley a legal question I'm afraid. I am not a lawyer and cannot give you legal ...
Power of attorney7/20/2009
  Q: I do not know if I am in the right category, but I hope that you can answer my question. If this is ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Mediation with EEOC7/17/2009
  Q: Last fall, while working as a microbiologist in a food testing laboratory, I discovered that I had ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Debt after arbitration award vacated7/16/2009
  Q: I successfully had a credit card arbitration vacated. "Judgment in favor of defendant." So, my ...
  A: Nothing technically legal is ever accomplished by a mediation or arbitration. Just because some ...
Debt after arbitration award vacated7/15/2009
  Q: I successfully had a credit card arbitration vacated. "Judgment in favor of defendant." So, my ...
  A: Well your question is a bit convoluted I'm afraid. As you may know, the structure of the ...
Real Estate Disclosure - leaking basement6/16/2009
  Q: I purchased my mom in December 2005. In the time that we've been here we've dealt with several ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Lying about termination6/14/2009
  Q: I was hired by a company in October of 2008. I agreed to the job because they were willing to work ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Lawsuit6/4/2009
  Q: My business is in PA and I have been served for lawsuit from customer in FL. Do they have to sue ...
  A: Good question. Sorry I am clueless on cyber law I'm afraid. My sense is that unless you are ...
Lawsuit6/3/2009
  Q: My business is in PA and I have been served for lawsuit from customer in FL. Do they have to sue ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
International busines5/13/2009
  Q: What are Political, Financial and Economic risks in international business? What measures firms can ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
will5/9/2009
  Q: My mother wants to leave me a house in turst, therefor I would never eb able to sell it. I don't ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
abritration5/7/2009
  Q: my arbitration arbitrated my case on feb 19, it was so clear that i had won my case,i simply told ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
abritration5/7/2009
  Q: i found out yesterday that i lost my case..but when i was n arbitration, the company that i work for ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Arbitration5/4/2009
  Q: i had my Arbitration on feb 19, 09..my union rep told me i should have my answer if i won my case by ...
  A: Unlike litigation conducted in State and Federal Courts, arbitration is very industry and location ...
Arbitration.4/28/2009
  Q: i got wrongfully fired from my job in jan 8,08..it took my union til aug.08 to tell me my date for ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Did not recieve bonus after termination4/21/2009
  Q: I'm asking this question on the behalf of my husband. He was terminated from his job. The site ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
overpay by a company4/17/2009
  Q: Last year after I finished working for a company, by the company's accountant mistake, I was still ...
  A: Sorry for the delayed response as the system just notified me today of your question. As I always ...
Resigning from a corporartion4/8/2009
  Q: Me and my husband are 7.5% each owners of a business that our partners made a corporation We ...
  A: Yes, you are still shareholders. Typically a shareholder is not personally liable for corporate ...
employer demand for repayment of incentive pay4/8/2009
  Q: My employer is demanding that I repay them $13,000 of incentive pay from the last 5 years that was ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Severance pay after recent firing4/7/2009
  Q: I was asked to resign after 15yrs working for a small company as a manager their reason was I sent ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Resigning from a corporartion4/6/2009
  Q: Me and my husband are 7.5% each owners of a business that our partners made a corporation We ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Termination of employment with an employment contract3/29/2009
  Q: Can one party change the reason for termination after the fact of the termination. Example: I was ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
real estate arbitration3/20/2009
  Q: My mother is involved in a binding arbitration proceeding with a "rent a judge" or retired judge in ...
  A: Arbitration has developed numerous conventions and procedures across the various industries and ...
Suspension/Termination3/18/2009
  Q: I was recently suspended from my workforce on Feb 2, 2009. I was fired a week later Feb 9, 2009. I ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
unpaid wages3/17/2009
  Q: i accepted a contracted job with a company called Network Omni services which is an interpreting ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Travel3/11/2009
  Q: In Sept. 2007 my husband and I booked a trip to the Baltic Capitals and St. Petersbury for May 2008 ...
  A: Sorry for the delay -- I was just notified today of your question by the system. As I always note ...
issue with dentist3/2/2009
  Q: I went to this dentist last month and the total charge was $1095. I paid $497 upfront. Now my ...
  A: I actually answered your question the day after submission but for some reason your answer was lost ...
Opening statements3/1/2009
  Q: I am a Labor and Industrial relation student at Penn state University and I am taking an arbitration ...
  A: Not that I know of. Unlike litigation, arbitration is very industry and location specific in how it ...
federal arbitration procedure2/28/2009
  Q: Where can I find the procedure for federal arbitration procedure? Thanks.
  A: Unlike litigation conducted in Federal Courts, arbitration is very industry and location specific in ...
Mediation as a career2/23/2009
  Q: I am currently a student of Adult Organizational Development and will be obtaining an undergraduate ...
  A: Mediators, as you know, are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing ...
Non-Payment by Fabricator - No Contract2/22/2009
  Q: Company History This company has been in the City for 30 years, it is a small family business, ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Interested in Mediation as a career...2/16/2009
  Q: I had explored the idea of law school following my undergraduate studies to pursue my mediation ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Inheritance2/14/2009
  Q: I do not know if I am in the right category, but I hope that you can answer my question, especially ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Real Estate Disclosure/Basement Leak2/10/2009
  Q: I purchased a home in Michigan in Oct'08. The basement has leaked every month since from various ...
  A: Well as I may have said, the burden is on you to prove that there is a problem. The seller can ...
Real Estate Disclosure2/9/2009
  Q: I live in Minnesota and recently purchased a house that was marketed as a complete remodel by a ...
  A: My experience is that there are a number of "conventions" that tend to become operable in the ...
Real Estate Disclosure2/6/2009
  Q: I live in Minnesota and recently purchased a house that was marketed as a complete remodel by a ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Termination without Notice or Cause/Severance Pay1/30/2009
  Q: I was laid off on 1/13/09 after 4 years of employment. I was given no notice or severance pay. I ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Attorney Fee Dispute1/29/2009
  Q: I had an attorney who worked on a EEO case for me that utimately settled for $19,000 cash and a ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
student loan1/21/2009
  Q: My wife over 15 years ago, acquired a student loan in which was neglected on our part due to ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
Taken Advantage of by Chase1/7/2009
  Q: I recently received credit for a dental implant from Chase. I was drugged at the time so the details ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
partnership dispute/follow up1/2/2009
  Q: I am 1 of 3 equal partners in a corporation that has 2 LLCs. One of our partners has decided he no ...
  A: As I see it the term "separation" is a generic term to describe one party separating from another ...
partnership dispute1/1/2009
  Q: I am 1 of 3 equal partners in a corporation that has 2 LLCs. One of our partners has decided he no ...
  A: As I always advise questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Autonomy in law profession12/31/2008
  Q: I'm writing to find out how much independent freedom there is when working as an arbitrator or just ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Charity question12/23/2008
  Q: I came across an interesting news item about the very rich Barclays twins. It seems that they ...
  A: As I always note to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Loaned money to a friend...12/21/2008
  Q: I hope you can help me! In May of 2008 I loaned just over $11,000 to my boyfriend at the time to ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
International Business Arbitration?11/29/2008
  Q: What are the advantages to using arbitration in international business disputes over litigation?
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Can a party harm its own case curing arbitration proceeding?11/24/2008
  Q: Can a party harm its own case during arbitration proceeding?
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
business reports and updates11/23/2008
  Q: I have a 26% ownership in a small corporation and don't have that much knowledge about my rights, ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Career info11/21/2008
  Q: I am currently about to attend college for mediation, as a unexperienced newby in the field i would ...
  A: Kudos to you for choosing to work in ADR. I can tell you that mediation work can be very rewarding ...
travel Insurance - claim rejected10/27/2008
  Q: My mother purchased travel insurance with a package plan cruise to alaska through Legendary Travel ...
  A: OK. You should primarily work through the State where the financial transaction happened -- ...
travel Insurance - claim rejected10/21/2008
  Q: My mother purchased travel insurance with a package plan cruise to alaska through Legendary Travel ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
arbitration award10/18/2008
  Q: I built a new home 10/2003. I signed an arbitration agreement with my contractor. They ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
Wrongful termination10/16/2008
  Q: In an arbitration how much weight does an arbitrator put on length of seniority? Say I have only ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
T-Mobile Early Termination Fee10/6/2008
  Q: Chou, I am disputing early termination fees from T-Mobile. I originally had one line with T-Mobile ...
  A: As I always mention, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
suspended10/1/2008
  Q: I was suspended on the 20th of September because me and my district manager was in a heated argument ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Overnight shift differential Pay question9/2/2008
  Q: My name is Eleanora Marcotte. I would like to know if I have a case against Wal-Mart. I work ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Arbitration hearing for wrongful termination8/22/2008
  Q: I have an arbitration hearing for wrongful termination and need to know my options. It is set for ...
  A: Sorry for the delay in responding as I have not had access to the web since last weekend. As I ...
Arbitration8/21/2008
  Q: Chou, I understand that arbitrators often work part time as arbitrators and part time in ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
arbitration award against me8/20/2008
  Q: I just received a letter (summoned) from a debt collector about arbitration award against me in the ...
  A: You will have to try to contact the court where the judgment was entered and figure out the options ...
Housing Mediation8/14/2008
  Q: Currently, I am in mediation regarding a housing dispute. Approximately, 8 years ago I bought a ...
  A: You're welcome. I think you have the list down. The only other consideration has to do with ...
Housing Mediation8/13/2008
  Q: Currently, I am in mediation regarding a housing dispute. Approximately, 8 years ago I bought a ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Real Estate Disclosure Arbitration8/12/2008
  Q: My wife and I have been sent an arbitration request from the couple that bought our home two years ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
How do I collect an Arbitration Award?8/5/2008
  Q: I recently prevailed in an Arbitration hearing in Superior Court of AZ (Maricopa County) and was ...
  A: OK thanks, this helps some. If there is a period of time to appeal the case, you can likely do ...
Arbitration claim7/26/2008
  Q: My wife has been notified that NCO Financial has filed for arbitration for a credit card debt in the ...
  A: I am not a lawyer and cannot give you legal advice. You may wish to consult an attorney however to ...
Contract and service delivery issue6/25/2008
  Q: First, thank you for sharing your knowledge here. Back in February my company signed up for service ...
  A: As I tell all my questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
Daughter enraged over our will...please help6/3/2008
  Q: Chou, I have been married to my 2nd husband for 15 years. During that time, our house gained much ...
  A: As I always mention to questioners, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never ...
Labor/Management issue5/28/2008
  Q: Mr Chou, I work as a maintenance mechanic in a union hospital and have been an employee for 28 ...
  A: Gary, Sorry, in California last couple of days. I get your position. Your best bet is to just be ...
Labor/Management issue5/27/2008
  Q: Mr Chou, I work as a maintenance mechanic in a union hospital and have been an employee for 28 ...
  A: As I have pointed out to others, it may be useful for you to consider that right and wrong are not ...
Labor/Management issue5/27/2008
  Q: Mr Chou, I work as a maintenance mechanic in a union hospital and have been an employee for 28 ...
  A: In my answers I always note that mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
wage deduction from hours already earned3/23/2008
  Q: I work for a call center called Opinion Resources in Cedar City, Utah. I found out on Wednesday, ...
  A: I am not an attorney and cannot give you legal advice. Though this is not a question about ...
Insurance Payment3/14/2008
  Q: Dental Insurance provided by employee changes Dental insurance A coverage stopped 2008 Dental ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Binding Arbitration2/27/2008
  Q: My wife was a contractor providing landscape designs for a small (single person) landscape ...
  A: You are right. She is unilaterally "deciding" to backcharge you. If you go to small claims you ...
Nepotism2/27/2008
  Q: I searched for nepotism in hiring practices and a link came to a response you had offered once. I'm ...
  A: You will have to make a decision if you are going to mess with them for your own benefit or not. In ...
Nepotism2/25/2008
  Q: I searched for nepotism in hiring practices and a link came to a response you had offered once. I'm ...
  A: You are right that the specific lack of policy regarding nepotism or favoritism does not excuse an ...
Nepotism2/24/2008
  Q: I searched for nepotism in hiring practices and a link came to a response you had offered once. I'm ...
  A: The answer to your question is probably BOTH. I would have advised this hiring committee that if ...
Wrongful Dismissal - Canada2/16/2008
  Q: Chou: I would like to know if you are able to advise me although I live in Canada (Toronto). I ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Exploring a career change2/11/2008
  Q: I have been reviewing arbitration/mediation as a possible career change. I am in Texas no legal back ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
NEED HELP2/9/2008
  Q: My now girlfriend live in Maine and she has a problem and I am wondering if you could help us. She ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Changing Arbitration into Judgment2/6/2008
  Q: In the State of California how would one change an Arbitration award into a Judgment? Do you just ...
  A: Greetings and thank you for your question. Typically arbitration is not submitted to a court unless ...
Arbitration award coverted2/5/2008
  Q: How do I convert an arbitration award for a dissolutin of marraige into a judgment? I'm located in ...
  A: Greetings and thank you for your question. Typically arbitration is not submitted to a court unless ...
CRIMINAL CONTEMP- 2ND A Misdemeanor1/31/2008
  Q: What is a CRIMINAL CONTEMP- 2ND A Misdemeanor? And what sort of time do you receive (New York, NY)?
  A: Sorry, I am not an attorney and I don't have a clue. Mediators act as third party neutrals to help ...
student loans1/8/2008
  Q: I didnt have a high school diploma when i got the loan. do I still have to pay the student loan
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Earnings owed and reimbursement1/7/2008
  Q: I accepted a job out of town and in the offer letter they agreed to pay $2000 to reimburse me for ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Partnership Dispute12/12/2007
  Q: We had a import business for 3 years with a silent partner. In the last two years of operation ...
  A: In my answers I always note that mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
procedural steps/ whats next12/9/2007
  Q: I sent a letter to my cell phone company disputing the validity of my bill and requesting that the ...
  A: It is likely that there is no requirement that they submit to arbitration. The company is going to ...
family business12/7/2007
  Q: I have worked for my father's business for the past 15 years. He just passed away suddenly. I ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Cash Call and Abritration11/28/2007
  Q: I took out a loan with a high interest rate and i got behind on my loan and now I ma being threathen ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
hi11/19/2007
  Q: is it possible to put your name on a legal document and mispell it and it still will ahve lgeal ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
personnel files10/19/2007
  Q: All of a sudden with negotiations going on, the local school board finds out it can look at the ...
  A: Sorry for the delay in responding -- I was just notified this morning by the question system. ...
hi10/7/2007
  Q: i went to a university and was a good student the top level administrators and dean were a friend ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Liability issue9/24/2007
  Q: First, I live in the state of Connecticut in the United States. General question on liability. I ...
  A: I just received notice this morning from ALLexperts of your question -- sorry if there has been a ...
Trade Act Benefits8/2/2007
  Q: I am a former Sony Electronics employee. I made tv sets. I lost my job when manufacturing of them ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
hi7/21/2007
  Q: main questoin is how to preserve my federally funded portable apt voucher : what r the legal ...
  A: As I explained in a prior answer, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get ...
hi7/19/2007
  Q: a college i went to was exposed in the press for selling degrees to non students this damaged my ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
hi7/5/2007
  Q: i gave $9,0000 to someone wo i thought was my fiance to pay for a wedding she took the cash as part ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
child custody mediation6/4/2007
  Q: i currently have mediation arrangments with my daughters father. We have in the paperwork that he ...
  A: I was notified today about your question - but never received any prior notification so sorry about ...
CC&R's4/16/2007
  Q: I live in a gated community with CC&R's that say the ONLY ESTATE home owners can not put their trash ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Check Cashing want to collect money from me4/5/2007
  Q: I gave a check to a contractor, I overpaid him, I called bank to block the check, I called him to ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
dissolving partnership3/20/2007
  Q: Approx two years ago I started a business with my best friend, of course with all the caveats about ...
  A: As a guarantor on the debt you are responsible for the full amount. Banks or credit card companies ...
dissolving partnership3/19/2007
  Q: Approx two years ago I started a business with my best friend, of course with all the caveats about ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Declining Stand-by pay3/5/2007
  Q: Sir. I am a supervisor in a controlled environment that uses a rotation of employees, on a "As ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Nonpayment from former employer1/31/2007
  Q: I recently resigned from a company and gave written two week notice. The reason for my resignation ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
I would like to be a mediator1/29/2007
  Q: I would likek to be a mediator, and I am currently an undergraduate. What courses/discipline do you ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Nepotism?1/8/2007
  Q: I'm not sure if this fits into this category or not, but I'll give it a shot. I was having a ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
arbitration12/15/2006
  Q: I am a Respiratory Therapist with 16 years of employment in the same hospital. Of those 16 years I ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Rights after termination.12/8/2006
  Q: I was recently terminated from my job of 8 years as a mechanic/salesman for a used car dealership in ...
  A: Sorry for the delay in responding. I was not notified by the system of your question and only ...
Wrongful Termination12/5/2006
  Q: I feel as though i was wrongfully terminated from my job. Let me state my case. My shift goes from ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Business ownship percentage11/14/2006
  Q: My question is almost identical to Skip's question posted before. With changes, here is my question. ...
  A: JC, My apologies to you. The Allexperts site has changed its format and your question did not show ...
mediations9/15/2006
  Q: If you attend a mediation and the mediator, down right lies, and is difinatly not neutal to both ...
  A: Typically any mediated settlement is voluntary, unless the parties consent to have the agreement ...
buisness mediation9/6/2006
  Q: i am involved with a partner with an llc we went to a attonery and had an operating aggrement drawn ...
  A: As you may know, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
hi9/4/2006
  Q: please answer what u can thanks the main quesiton is about a means tested federal rental subsidy ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
CC&R's9/2/2006
  Q: I live in Tract 9300 in Pacific Palisades, California. We have CC&R's dating from 1925 that ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
hi8/26/2006
  Q: i work in adult day care facility which is under omh office of mental health but is a private ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
evaluations8/17/2006
  Q: I was hoping for a little advice.... I have been at my present job and have received "exceed ...
  A: The Allexperts site was not responding earlier so I apologise for the delay in responding. ...
arbitration loser8/12/2006
  Q: The inspector actually said that the buyer should get a professional opinion about the windows. The ...
  A: I thought I replied to this follow-up but here it is again . . . . I wasn't clear before that you ...
arbitration loser8/11/2006
  Q: What happens if the loser in an arbitration battle doesn't pay the award to the winner? What if the ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
company dosnt want me back... deal before arbitration7/8/2006
  Q: I had a union job the contract states that an employee may be on a personal medical leave up to 1 ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Pennsylvania lawsuit6/23/2006
  Q: I have a harassment suit (co-worker bullying). My lawyer keeps trying to bilk me out of money, ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
delay in COE due to dispute the sellers.6/19/2006
  Q: We are ready to sign the escrow documents this week on a condo purchase in a new development and we ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
T-Mobile Contract6/10/2006
  Q: I recently changed cell phone service over from t-mobile to cingular because I was having many ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Realty contract termination/arbitration5/22/2006
  Q: My husband and I recently put a contract on a home. Following our inspection that pointed out such ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
labor laws5/21/2006
  Q: what is the law that protects an individual if they hear days before from all their other employees ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
co-ownership in fitness center5/14/2006
  Q: My wife and I are in a co-ownership LLC with her sister and brother in-law. Co-owners of an ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
expunge?4/25/2006
  Q: i am going to be 21 in june and have been arrested once in my life. i was convicted of a c-felony ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
College major for someone interested in this field4/25/2006
  Q: I am looking for a place to research what are the attributes of successful mediators/ arbitrators ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Real Estate Dispute4/12/2006
  Q: .. THANK YOU! In July 2004, my wife and her brother's wife both qualified to purchase a duplex in ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
deposit3/25/2006
  Q: My wife and i wanted to buy a home in apple valley, ca . Agent is a dual agent and i paid $3000 ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Law3/9/2006
  Q: What would you think are advantages and disadvantages in this career? Thankyou!
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Wrongful termination??3/8/2006
  Q: Hotel employee.. Recently our supervisor wrote a memo stating to all employees that they MUST report ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
NASD arnbitration3/3/2006
  Q: Do you do arbitratiions for the NASD? What is your opinion of this system where the National ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
CC&R2/18/2006
  Q: I bought a home last year, it holds CC&Rs on the track, it regulates that lot 7,8,9,10 are to be one ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
wrongful termination2/7/2006
  Q: I was a manager at Family Dollar. I was terminated for willful misconduct on January 6th of this ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Monday...Update please e-mail back....1/30/2006
  Q: I wanted to give you an update. Well - I found out that he was at that specific detox center -- I ...
  A: The only thing to do here is just listen. Let him tell his story. Until you get more information ...
Favor1/30/2006
  Q: Would you mind if we emailed direct to save time? Let me know. Again, I do appreciate your ...
  A: Trish, I have to admit that I am out of my comfort zone here. I am a mediation expert, but not a ...
Need some guidance1/26/2006
  Q: Sorry - an adder: 1) Am I wrong to make a decision to leave based on another man - as he says? He ...
  A: Trish, 1. There are no right or wrong questions here, only choices that have consequences for ...
Need some guidance1/25/2006
  Q: I am in tears as I write. I guess atthis time - I need som edircetion to these: 1) When I do see ...
  A: Trish, I'm sorry if I am causing you additional heartache -- which you no doubt don't deserve. ...
Need some guidance1/24/2006
  Q: This other man is now on a 5-day detoxification program before he sees me on Saturday in order to be ...
  A: Trish, Well I'm not a therapist or anything but here's my 2 cents: It appears that you are in a ...
Need some guidance1/24/2006
  Q: I live in Pennsylvania and have been married with two kids (12/8) since 1985. I am in love with ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Arbitration Expiration1/13/2006
  Q: I have a question concerning arbitration expiration dates. A colleage of mine claims that ...
  A: Sorry for the delay in responding as I was traveling over the weekend. I'm sorry I can't answer ...
i was terminate dform my employ...1/11/2006
  Q: i was terminate dform my employ as a driver of disabled adults due to appearing droopy eyed or as ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Hope you can help me1/10/2006
  Q: I live in Pennsylvania. Is any kind of 'separation' legalized in PA? In other words, how is one ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
"Arbitration"12/30/2005
  Q: My company is a party in a "Plycif contract" we have made a claim for "Non Performance",we have ...
  A: As you may know, mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in ...
arbitration12/23/2005
  Q: I received an arbitration claim for a debt that i owe (that my brother owes me, but he did not sign ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Advice in a dispute10/5/2005
  Q: Helo Timmy,i work in the construction business in Mexico City since 2 years ago, my job is to get ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
hi, recently a friend of mine...9/29/2005
  Q: recently a friend of mine who has worked for a large organisation for the last 10 years has been ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Severance Pay.8/13/2005
  Q: Greetings. I have a follow up question regarding the settlement amount in my case. Specifically, ...
  A: I am not acquainted with usual and customary practices in Canada, however arbitors' fees in the US ...
problem with merchant7/30/2005
  Q: I am a pastor. My church bought an organ about 6 months ago from an Allen dealer for $14,000 used. ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Real Estate contract7/30/2005
  Q: I am a realtor in PA, just licensed in March 2005. Recently, a friend of a friend said that she ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Severance Pay.7/2/2005
  Q: Greetings. I was fired on May 17th of this year for "violating the dress code" at my place of ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
mediation7/2/2005
  Q: How can I find out if this is a real opportunity for me? I am considering taking a class to become ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Need advice7/2/2005
  Q: I own a small packing and shipping business in Ohio. We recently packed and shipped a projection ...
  A: Mediators do not get involved in "resolving" disputes but use special techniques to assist disputing ...
if I have a case and if so how to find an attorney to represent3/16/2005
  Q: I have been with my firm for 17 years. During this time I was promoted to VP of sales. The country ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
will3/8/2005
  Q: How do i find out if my late aunt left me anything after her death. I was teh only relative here in ...
  A: Sorry for the dealy in responding -- I am traveling on business in central Asia. Mediators use ...
Power of Attorney3/6/2005
  Q: If I have a power of attorney for my mother, can I show a copy of it or do I need an original in ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
mediation2/23/2005
  Q: I am interested in environmental mediation firms in Austin, Texas.Do you know of any mediation or ...
  A: I am not acquainted with the Texas area. However, here are a couple of ideas. I am familier with ...
mediation2/22/2005
  Q: Do you know of any mediation or consulting firms that deal with land use, water law, or general ...
  A: There are numerous mediators that specialize in these areas. I would have to know your geographic ...
Marriage2/11/2005
  Q: my husband and I have been married for four years and we are considering purchasing a house ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
neighbor's construction2/4/2005
  Q: I live in the state of Ohio. Until this year, the area I live was all farm land. I own 3 lots, ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
State and public aid lawsuit against them?2/2/2005
  Q: Hmmm not sure who to ask or how to ask it. I have been fighting to get my money back from Ill Child ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Courtroom Question1/29/2005
  Q: I am not sure if you can help me, but I could not find another subject that even came close to ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Background Check1/10/2005
  Q: Chou, I will be be starting an acupuncture practice sometime this Summer. Is there an economical ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Harrassment12/6/2004
  Q: I work in a retail store as an associate. I'm currently working with a female associate (who we'll ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
T-Mobile Early Termination Contract11/18/2004
  Q: Last week in an email you advised me to send a registered letter to the collection agency asking for ...
  A: You should send your registered letter to the collection agency. Usually collection agencies have ...
T-Mobile Early Termination Contract11/11/2004
  Q: Kahn, I purchased a T-Mobile cell phone around 06/04. and cancelled service a couple of months ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
the law?11/1/2004
  Q: Im not sure if this question should be directed to you but,im trying to get some information on the ...
  A: Typically any gaming activity, because it has such potential for abuse, will require very strict ...
the law?10/27/2004
  Q: Im not sure if this question should be directed to you but,im trying to get some information on the ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
WTO10/5/2004
  Q: I have question wanna ask about World Trade ogranization (WTO) handling dispute or How does WTO ...
  A: Sorry, I haven't the first clue about WTO dispute resolution policies or practices. I am trained in ...
Breach of contract ?10/4/2004
  Q: Mr. Chou, The contract is written, and was initiated by her. Unfortunately, the terms are rather ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Paycheck discrepancy9/24/2004
  Q: Good afternoon! Situation: I am a travel nurse that works for Access Nurses. Access has a ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Diplomatically Dispute Settlement9/13/2004
  Q: I wanna as you whether Mediation is the most effective way to solve dispute diplomatically. or do ...
  A: Mediation is, by definition, the use of special techniques and processes to assist the disputing ...
Diplomatically Dispute Settlement9/13/2004
  Q: I have some question wanna ask u regarding the mediation. Any successfully cases handled by ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
I need help8/11/2004
  Q: On September 1st, 2002 my father passed away leaving behind 2 properties that he had full ownership ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Diplomatically Dispute Settlement8/9/2004
  Q: Scott Moffett, Nice to meet you, I am john here wanna ask u some thing about Diplomatically Dispute ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Loan Payments7/11/2004
  Q: We have a 2002 SUV in excellent condition. About a year ago, our family's economic situation began ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Arbitration/Mediation5/17/2004
  Q: I am currently completing my Masters Degree in Negotaition and Conflict Management at Cal State Univ ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Mediation/Arbitration Career Question5/3/2004
  Q: Chou, Thank you for being available to answer questions. My question pertains to the careers of ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Hi, I'm a high school student...4/17/2004
  Q: I'm a high school student and I will be attending college next year. I was plannig on becoming a ...
  A: Mediators are trained in specialized facilitation skills and work to bring disputing parties ...
Opportunity?4/5/2004
  Q: Chou, The quote about conflict-opportunity is clever and you may find it true in 99% of the cases ...
  A: As you know, Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging ...
I am in the middle (or I should...3/9/2004
  Q: I am in the middle (or I should say, towards the end of) counseling with my husband of 20 years. He ...
  A: I have responded to several questions in recent weeks with a similar presentation and can only ...
Question3/2/2004
  Q: This I do know. Also -- we are going through counseling now. How do you actually get a divorce? ...
  A: Sorry for the delayed response as I have been out of town. If your husband is merely an employee ...
Question3/2/2004
  Q: I started my own business in 1990. My husband joined in 1997 full time. He must now look for work ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
buyer seller2/16/2004
  Q: Sold a watch for $ 7,500 over the internet... check cleared, watch was mailed to portugal...and ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
employment issue12/17/2003
  Q: I received a no interest, no pay on demand loan thru my employer 6 yrs ago for the purchase of my ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
will dispute12/14/2003
  Q: I am one of five people listed on my deceased brother's will; the other three are siblings, and one ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Petition10/20/2003
  Q: I know this question may not be in your profile but I cant find one that really pertains to my ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
CC&R Rules and enforcement7/30/2003
  Q: I live in a Deed Restricted community, I own a 4 bdr/3 ba home on a peice of property approx 1/3 ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Antique bought but found to be a copy6/29/2003
  Q: I recently purchased about a week ago a JAPANESE antique which i later found (via e-mail) that it ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
bad debt6/17/2003
  Q: My wife received a letter informing of impending legal proceedings for a $1400 debt owed to her ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
arbitration hearings5/21/2003
  Q: My termination was upheald in a Arbitration Hearing. I have never been given a formal letter about ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Small Claim12/17/2002
  Q: I have filed and won a small claim against a Limited Liability Company in Massachusetts. The owner ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
damages9/22/2002
  Q: We moved in May and the movers damaged walls and furniture. I have been calling about once every two ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Arbitration Reports?9/17/2002
  Q: What type of records or databases exist that would show past or pending arbitration cases? In ...
  A: One of the advantages of arbitration for most clients is that the proceedings are confidential and ...
Legal5/27/2002
  Q: I have a question to ask regarding consumer rights. I'm bought 3 Internet Kiosks as an investment. ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Security deposit5/5/2002
  Q: What should I do? 1.) The hot water faucet on in the bathtub upstairs was leaking, creating a flood ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Hourly pay rate take away!3/2/2002
  Q: I work at a auto recycling yard, or junk yard as most people call them, and have been there for over ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Civil2/15/2002
  Q: I am going through a difficult situation with an ex girlfriend. She is determined to ruin my life. ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Job2/13/2002
  Q: I apply on the phone at the wells fargo jobline, after a couple of days I was called for a personal ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Situation at work2/2/2002
  Q: (original question went to Sal) This is long and probably will make you wonder why you allow time in ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...
Co-owner Rights1/28/2002
  Q: My father and I jointly own a car titled in Texas. He lives in Florida and the title has my Texas ...
  A: Mediators act as neutral third parties to disputes and never "get involved" in judging the merits of ...

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I am a experienced Mediator and a partner in a management consulting firm. As a mediator I work as a third-party neutral and specialize in partnership/shareholder disputes, management/labor issues, company culture difficulties, and family-owned business problems. I can help describe why alternative dispute resolution may be a good choice for you. As an experienced management consultant I may be able to offer creative ideas to help resolve your organizational and business problems and disputes. "If you say conflict, I say opportunity".

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