1176Definitions—div 2.11.7

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.