Dialysis Claims and Mediation: Navigating the Legal Landscape
By: Raul Romaguera Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator Introduction Over 600,000, people in the U.S. suffer from kidney disease severe enough to require dialysis. Dialysis treatment is a life-saving procedure for patients suffering from kidney failure, but as with any medical treatment, there can...
AI & Trial Changes Boost ADR Need
By Donald G. Korman Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator In the not-too-distant future, once AI overcomes its tendency for hallucination and inventing cases, every lawyer will have comprehensive access to all relevant case law and law review articles for their claims. Lawyers will tell...
The Unraveling of the McDonnell Douglas Framework in Title VII Discrimination Cases
By Brenda Pagliaro Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator On June 5, 2025, the Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling on a reverse discrimination case, Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, clarifying the varying application of the McDonnell Douglas framework and evidentiary...
Madeleine Q. Mannello Elected Broward County Bar Association Secretary
MediationWorks is thrilled to announce that Madeleine Q. Mannello has been elected Secretary of the Broward County Bar Association, a significant milestone in her dedicated service to the legal community. Having served as a Director since 2022, Madeleine's commitment and leadership have been recognized by her peers. She will be...
On Their Own Terms: Why Mediation Empowers All Parties in Nursing Home Disputes
By: Raul Romaguera Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator Mediating nursing home cases is a crucial approach to resolving disputes that often involve sensitive and emotional issues. These cases typically arise from allegations of abuse, neglect, or other grievances related to the care of elderly...
Modern Game Theory & Personal Injury Mediation
Andrew Winston, Esq. Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator Modern game theory offers valuable insights into personal injury mediation, providing a framework for understanding strategic decision-making and potential outcomes. As a mediator, I've found that applying game theory principles can significantly enhance the mediation...