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News, legal updates, and developments in mediation, arbitration, and other modern forms of conflict resolution.

Two chairs facing each other under the text "Alternative Dispute Resolution", symbolizing the EU framework for consumer disputes.

EU strengthens out-of-court dispute resolution

At a time when legal disputes are often lengthy, expensive and a deterrent for many, the European Union is sending…
Conclusion of a business transaction through contract mediation, with one hand pointing to the signature line while the contract is being signed.

Deal mediation: the underestimated key to sustainable contracts

In the business world, it's not just whether a contract is concluded, but how.
The hand of a mediator builds a bridge between two figures and symbolizes the resolution of a factual conflict.

Keeping an eye on deadlines, upholding the law: how the conciliation office can protect authors

In the world of creative works, from music and art to software and designs, copyright is the protective shield for…
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Hagen Business Council calls for a mediator for peace in the city

In Hagen, trust between the city, politicians and citizens is dwindling. A mediator could resolve conflicts, shorten processes and promote…
Illustration of a person in the middle mediating between two groups of arguing people - symbolic of conflict resolution, mediation and arbitration.

When things go wrong in the team: How managers can resolve conflicts sustainably with external mediation

External mediation resolves team conflicts neutrally and efficiently, strengthens trust and prevents loss of productivity due to protracted disputes.
Illustration of a mediator holding a board on which two business people are shaking hands - symbolic of mediation, support and building agreement.

Efficient conflict resolution with dispute resolution

Dispute resolution solves commercial conflicts quickly, confidentially and cost-effectively, preserves business relationships and prevents lengthy court proceedings.
Notebook with the heading "Articles of Association" and an orange pen next to it, symbolizing the company's articles of association, legal basis and organizational structure.

If the articles of association bar legal action: The arbitration clause

Arbitration clauses in articles of association oblige companies to reach an out-of-court settlement before taking legal action, thus saving time…
Infographic with the term "Dispute Resolution" in the center, surrounded by terms such as "Mediation", "Arbitration", "Negotiation" and "Facilitation", which represent different methods of dispute resolution.

A path from strike to solution: How arbitration in the public sector brought a breakthrough

Arbitration in the public sector 2025 shows how professionally managed mediation can facilitate quick agreements and prevent lengthy strikes.
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How Coburg’s urban highway project reached consensus through mediation

Mediation ends the years-long dispute over the expansion of the B4 near Coburg and creates a viable compromise for the…
Wooden cube with the letters "CHANGE" and "CHANCE", where the letter G is turned over the C - symbolizing change, opportunity and positive change.

Between change and resistance: mediation as a success factor in change processes

Mediation makes change processes more effective, involves employees, transforms resistance into solutions and creates sustainable, practicable changes.
Illustration of three people sitting at a table in a mediation or negotiation, with symbols for court, contract and handshake in the background - symbolic of legal agreement and conflict resolution.

Why conciliation boards are an underestimated instrument for out-of-court dispute resolution

Conciliation boards offer companies an efficient, legally binding and cost-effective way of resolving disputes out of court and meeting deadlines.
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More efficiency, less risk – why conciliation proceedings before CenaCom are now even more worthwhile

Court costs will rise noticeably from June 2025. Conciliation proceedings at CenaCom reduce costs, protect the statute of limitations and…
A mediator sits between two arguing businessmen who are gesticulating and discussing with each other; in front of them is a document labeled "Mediation".

What to do when business conflicts arise? How mediation can help with business conflicts

Mediation helps business partners to resolve conflicts confidentially and cooperatively, maintain relationships and create sustainable agreements.
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How companies are breaking new ground: External mediators in strategic conflict management

External mediation strengthens companies in the long term: it defuses conflicts, protects the culture, promotes trust and saves costs through…