摘要 |
The present invention includes methods and programs for dispute resolution that provide a dispute resolution process for use by two or more parties to any project. The methods and programs described herein include the formation of an expanded dispute review board, a mediation panes, and an arbitration panel. Each of the expanded DRB, the mediation panel and the arbitration panel share one or more members, and each party to a dispute resolution agreement described herein is bound to that agreement and to the results received from the DRB, the mediation panel., or the arbitration panel. The present invention also includes a comprehensive DRB that includes any and all parties to a large project in addition to the project owner or general contractor. The present invention also includes a settlement panel of trained and experienced individuals who are available, upon request, to provide advisory opinions, mediation and/or arbitration services.
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