Family mediators Brett Lovett of FamilyReconcile.com and Natalia discuss the second quality needed to reconnect with family: gratitude. Most of us assume we know what gratitude and gratefulness is, but Lovett helps shed light on how this powerful quality can help reshape our relationships, especially those torn apart by strife. Watch video recording on YouTube […]
Getting Ready for a Pre-Suit Divorce Without Attorneys
Tye Bourdony of cfmediationcenter.com joins InstantMediations co-founder Natalia Olowska-Czajka, of OPLawyers.org, to discuss pre-suit considerations when thinking and planning for divorce, especially pre-suit mediation as a means to resolving the conflicts that inevitably occur in divorces; even divorces that start off as “uncontested”. Watch the YouTube version here https://youtu.be/EwqZ4FZZpOg.
“DEFERENCE” – The Qualities Needed To Re-Connect With Family
Mediator Brett Lovett, of Familyreconcile.com, joins mediators Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org, to discuss “deference to others” as a quality individuals need to practice to reduce conflict and live in harmony. Relationships, whether they be in the family, workplace, or in society at large, can be challenging, especially after the great “reset” called covid pandemic.
Things Judges Consider in a Child Custody Case
Fran Brochstein of Familylaw4u.com joins with Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org to cover some basic things they’ve seen judge consider when deciding custody cases. Parents sometimes find out the hard way that custody battles usually turn into which parent can present better evidence to make the other parent look more unfit. Pick up some pearls […]
Recent International Trends Surrounding Developments in Cryptocurrencies and NFTs
Guest Federico Vasoli of Dmtvglobal.com, an international tax and business law attorney joins Thomas G. Giglione of Vietnamadr.com, and Mediation.vn and Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org, to discuss trends in cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Particularly trends in litigation and how application of this new technology causes disputes.
How can Pro Se Defendants in Small Claims Debt Collection cases settle their debt for less than the lawsuit amount.
Tye Bourdony of cfmediationcenter.com discusses with Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org how to settle small claims court lawsuits involving debts such as credit card debts. Particularly how non-lawyered defendants can negotiate with the other side at mediation the most-effective ways to resolve a debt claim.
Returning to the Workplace After Covid: Bullying & Harassment in the Age of #METOO
Brett Lovette, of FamilyReconcile.com, joins Thomas G. Giglione of VietnamADR.com and Mediation.vn, to discuss the conflict resolution issues common in the workplace that millions of people are returning to after the covid-19 pandemic.
4 Common Types of Insurance Cases People Can Mediate With or Without Attorneys
Tye Bourdony of cfmediationcenter.com discusses 4 types of insurance cases that are frequently mediated, especially as encouraged by the Florida Department of Financial Services. Those are residential, automobile, commercial, and sinkhole cases. Some useful links are here: Automobile Mediations – https://myfloridacfo.com/Division/Consumers/understandingCoverage/Guides/documents/MediationAuto.pdf Residential Property Mediations https://www.myfloridacfo.com/Division/Consumers/understandingCoverage/Guides/documents/MediationProperty.pdf Commercial Residential Mediation https://myfloridacfo.com/Division/Consumers/understandingCoverage/Guides/documents/DFS-I1-1669CommResMedRequest.pdf Sinkhole Neutral Evaluation Program https://myfloridacfo.com/Division/Consumers/understandingCoverage/Guides/documents/SettlingSinkholeClaim.pdf
How to Mediate Online When Domestic Violence is Alleged with Fran Brochstein
Mediator Fran Brochstein of familylaw4u.com discusses the important topic of family violence, especially when it connects with mediation and negotiation, and especially when kids are involved between divorcing or separating parties. If in the United States and are (or someone you know is) a victim of family violence, please visit National Coalition Against Domestic Violence […]
Listening (Effectively) Online: More Tips for Mediators With Daniel Rainey
Daniel Rainey of Holistic Solutions, Inc., talks about effective listening for mediators and parties at mediations, including noticing the filters we all have that impact what we hear when someone speaks. Learn on how to listen effectively by listening actively, especially in the online environment.