THE TRUTH ABOUT LYING Flashcards
What is a dispute?
A disagreement or conflict between parties over a particular issue.
True or False: All disputes are legal disputes.
False
Fill in the blank: A dispute can arise in _____ contexts, including personal, business, and legal.
various
What is the primary goal of dispute resolution?
To resolve the disagreement and reach a satisfactory outcome for the involved parties.
Which of the following is NOT a common method of resolving disputes? (a) Mediation (b) Arbitration (c) Complacency
c) Complacency
What is mediation?
A process where a neutral third party helps the disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement.
True or False: Arbitration is a binding process.
True
What is the difference between a dispute and a conflict?
A dispute is a specific disagreement, while a conflict can be broader and involve deeper issues or ongoing hostilities.
What term describes the legal process of resolving a dispute in court?
Litigation
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a form of alternative dispute resolution? (a) Court trial (b) Negotiation (c) Public debate
b) Negotiation
What is the role of an arbitrator?
To listen to both sides and make a binding decision to resolve the dispute.
Fill in the blank: Disputes can be resolved through _____, which involves direct discussion between the parties.
negotiation
True or False: Disputes can only be resolved through formal processes.
False
What is a common outcome of successful dispute resolution?
A settlement or agreement that satisfies all parties involved.
What does the term ‘dispute resolution clause’ refer to?
A provision in a contract that outlines how disputes will be resolved.
Multiple choice: Which method is typically the least formal way to resolve a dispute? (a) Mediation (b) Litigation (c) Arbitration
a) Mediation
What is the purpose of a negotiation in dispute resolution?
To reach an agreement that is acceptable to all parties involved.
True or False: All disputes require legal representation.
False
What is ‘conflict resolution’?
A broad term encompassing various methods to resolve disagreements and disputes.
Fill in the blank: _____ is a form of dispute resolution where a third party makes a decision that is binding on both sides.
Arbitration
What does it mean to ‘settle’ a dispute?
To reach an agreement that resolves the disagreement without further action.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is an advantage of mediation? (a) It is always legally binding (b) It allows for creative solutions (c) It requires a judge
b) It allows for creative solutions
What is ‘negotiated settlement’?
An agreement reached through negotiation that resolves the dispute.
True or False: Disputes can only occur between individuals.
False
What is often the first step in resolving a dispute?
Identifying the issue and the parties involved.
