Mediation Blog
The Non-Apology Apology
Several times in the past, I have written blog posts on the power of an apology and the right way to do it. (See, “It Ain’t Easy To Say “I’m Sorry”” and “On Apologies….Once Again”). [Read More]
The $63.00 (x 2) Dispute
(Spoiler Alert: This blog has absolutely nothing to do with mediation other than the fact this case should have never gone this far and should have been settled at mediation.) “Excessive bail shall not be [Read More]
Zoomed Out!
It has been about 4 months or so since the Covid 19 crisis started mandating that we all stay home or close to it, wear masks and wash our hands a lot. Consequently, many of [Read More]
Some Practical Considerations When Mediating Online !
On July 14, 2020, I gave a zoom presentation entitled “Some Thoughts on Ethics in the Age of Online Dispute Resolution.” As an aside it was for a wonderful cause- “Will Work for Food”. The [Read More]
The Illusion of Control!
Recently, I read an article in the New York Times about the illusion of control, and it struck me how very appropriate it was given the pandemic. The illusion of control is a tendency we [Read More]
Don’t Be So Grumpy!
That is what my husband said to me a few weeks ago. Needless to say, working from home and in close quarters with hubby for more than three months and continuing does have its moments. [Read More]
It is no accident . . .
that Phyllis is one of the most sought after and highly regarded mediators in Southern California. Could you use her help?