Mediation Assistance Sample Clauses

Mediation Assistance. Prior to rendering a decision, the Arbitrator may assist the Parties in mediatingaresolution to thegrievance. Where mediation fails, or if either Party feels it is not appropriate, a decision shall be rendered as contemplated herein. All decisions of the arbitrators are to be limited in application to that particular dispute and are without prejudice. All settlements of proposed expedited arbitration cases made prior to hearing shall be without prejudice.

Mediation Assistance. Prior to Hearing: In advance of the hearing, the Parties may jointly direct that the arbitrator begin proceedings in a mediator role. Any such referral shall be communicated to the arbitrator at least twenty four (24) hours prior to the commencement of the hearing, and the Parties shall still deliver their opening statements. • After submissions: At the completion of the hearing, and prior to the delivery of a decision, the Parties may jointly request that the arbitrator assist them in mediating a resolution to the grievance. If mediation fails, or is not requested, a decision shall be rendered as outlined below.

Mediation Assistance