Labor Relations
Alternative Dispute ResolutionThe term "alternative dispute resolution (ADR)" means any procedure, agreed to by the parties of a dispute, in which they use the services of a neutral party to assist them in reaching agreement and avoiding litigation. Types of ADR include arbitration, mediation, negotiated rulemaking, neutral factfinding, and minitrials. With the exception of binding arbitration, the goal of ADR is to provide a forum for the parties to work toward a voluntary, consensual agreement, as opposed to having a judge or other authority decide the case. In addition to serving as a potential means of avoiding the expense, delay, and uncertainty associated with traditional litigation, ADR also is intended as a vehicle for improving communication between the parties. ADR provides a forum for creative solutions to disputes that better meet the needs of the parties. Related Web Pages on This Topic:Department
of the Air Force Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Web Site Laws & Regulations on This Topic:Laws
The
Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1996 (PDF) Regulations
20 CFR
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