Malone & NelsonMar 262 minNew Supreme Court Opinion: AllState SanctionsOn February 19, 2021, the Alabama Supreme Court released a decision in Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company v. Doyle Harbin,...
Malone & NelsonFeb 233 minDealing with the Mediation JerkFortunately, our honorable and esteemed profession does not contain arrogant, loud-mouthed, condescending, bullying, ill-tempered, or...
Malone & NelsonJan 293 minPulling the Plug on NegotiationsI recently wrote about parties being too quick to abandon mediation and settlement discussions, and the need for patience and...
Malone & NelsonDec 16, 20202 minNew Year's Resolution & Mediation: How to Get It ResolvedWith the New Year always comes thoughts and discussion of New Year’s Resolutions. We take that turning of the new year as an opportunity...
Malone & NelsonOct 21, 20203 minKnock, Knock. Who's There (at Mediation)?The most common two problems I've seen lawyers experience at mediation, both of which are avoidable, are not having the right people...
Malone & NelsonSep 28, 20202 minPatience & Persistence Pay Off in MediationA frequent hurdle that I often see in mediations is the parties' willingness to give up too soon. Perhaps it is our society today, but we...
Malone & NelsonAug 19, 20202 minWhat Ever Happened to Openings at Mediation?Few parties and fewer mediators encourage openings at mediations anymore. Why? Because everyone has experienced them done poorly, and...
Malone & NelsonJul 22, 20203 minThe Roles of a MediatorI often hear lawyers talking about mediators and their different styles. These discussions are puzzling to me. While everyone’s...
Malone & NelsonJun 17, 20202 minVideo Mediation ChallengesRegardless of what restrictions may be applicable, more parties are and will be attempting mediation by video conference. The same is...
Malone & NelsonMay 12, 20202 minWhy a Judge Can Be a Good MediatorGoing from the Bench to the Bar is an adjustment. Becoming a mediator is a transition as well. Like transitioning back to practice,...
Malone & NelsonFeb 12, 20201 minTips for a Successful MediationPrepare yourself and your client for mediation. There are things that attorneys should do to prepare for mediation, but you should also...
Malone & NelsonJan 14, 20204 minFrequently Asked Questions on MediationHow should I select a mediator? Look for someone whose experience and expertise will give you the best chance of resolving your dispute. ...