Litigation-I Win, You Lose vs. Mediation-Win/Win

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  Litigation is a zero-sum game.  It destroys relationships and fosters enmity between the parties.  Parties rarely walk away happy.  Even if they win, the expense of litigation is enormous, and collecting on judgments is difficult. Disputes ultimately resolve, but the focus on winning at any cost can lead to prolonged legal battles.  Living with a lawsuit causes ongoing stress, which can distract you from your business and even have an effect on your health. In a courtroom, the final decision lies with a judge or jury who may not fully grasp the complexities of the case. Parties relinquish control over the outcome, potentially leaving them dissatisfied with the final judgment. Mediation has the opposite effect.   Rather than polarizing people, it enables the parties to attack the issues and not each other.     The process promotes open communication, collaboration and problem-solving, which enables parties to actively participate in crafting mutually beneficial solutions.   It res

Green Roofs-Are They a Fire Hazard?

This is a thoughtful post from Rich Cartlidge's blog: Green Building and Environmental Trends

The Roof is on Fire! Potential Risks of Green Roofs



I don't know how Rich stays up on the most current issues in green construction, but he does. He also mentions Shari Shapiro and Chris Cheatham, to LEED-AP attorneys with excellent green construction blogs of their own. Part of what makes this interesting is the recent requirement in Toronto for green roofing: http://greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/04/16/toronto-mulls-mandatory-green-roofs/.

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