How are AAA arbitrators selected?
All parties must mutually agree to utilize the “List and Appointment” service.
If the parties are unable to agree on a proposed arbitrator, each party ranks the list of arbitrators in order of preference.
The AAA extends an invitation to the highest–ranked mutually agreeable candidate and facilitates a conflicts check..
What are the methods of dispute resolution in construction industry?
While there are many dispute resolution options available, the most common are litigation, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.
This article provides an overview of these four methods of dispute resolution in the construction industry..
What does AAA mean arbitration?
The American Arbitration Association (AAA), is a not-for-profit organization with offices throughout the U.S.
AAA has a long history and experience in the field of alternative dispute resolution, providing services to individuals and organizations who wish to resolve conflicts out of court..
What is a mediator in construction?
The mediator is a neutral party who has no vested interest in the outcome and is trained to facilitate a settlement between the parties.
In addition, for construction disputes, the mediator usually has experience in the construction industry.
A mediator cannot bind the parties to any outcome..
What is mediation in construction?
In mediation, the parties are the decision makers and only they can reach a mutually satisfactory agreement and find solutions that facilitate the resolution of a dispute regarding a completed project or a dispute regarding completion of a project still under construction, while preserving relationships for future .
What is the process of AAA arbitration?
Parties present testimony and evidence to the arbitrator.
The arbitrator apportions arbitrator compensation and expenses and AAA fees among the parties.
The arbitrator closes the record and, no more than 30 days later, issues a decision addressing all claims raised in the arbitration..
- All parties must mutually agree to utilize the “List and Appointment” service.
If the parties are unable to agree on a proposed arbitrator, each party ranks the list of arbitrators in order of preference.
The AAA extends an invitation to the highest–ranked mutually agreeable candidate and facilitates a conflicts check. - Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is the preferred method of resolving disputes in the construction industry, without the need for Court.
ADR methods include Adjudication, Mediation, Arbitration and Expert Determination/Expert Witness, which are quicker and more cost-effective than Court proceedings. - The AAA Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures provides four tracks for the management of cases (more details are provided later in this guide) .
