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1176 Definitions—div 2.11.7
(1) For this division, mediation is a structured negotiation process in
which the mediator, as a neutral and independent party, assists the
parties to a dispute to achieve their own resolution of the dispute.
(2) For this division, mediation session means a meeting arranged for the
mediation of a matter under this division.
Mediation and neutral evaluation Division 2.11.7
Rule 1177
(3) For this division, neutral evaluation is a process of evaluation of a
dispute in which the evaluator seeks to identify and reduce the issues
of fact and law that are in dispute.
(4) The evaluator’s role includes assessing the relative strengths and
weaknesses of each party’s case and offering an opinion about the
likely outcome of the proceeding, including any likely findings of
liability or the award of damages.
(5) For this division, neutral evaluation session means a meeting
arranged for the neutral evaluation of a matter under this division.