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Judge Curcio Offers Insight on Mediation for Construction Cases

April 1, 2020

Construction law disputes are highly technical matters. They often involve multiple parties –property owners, contractors, design professionals, general contractors and more – and multiple claims. Mediation carries strong appeal in these disputes because attorneys and their clients can capitalize on several benefits they would not have in litigation. Time-Efficient, Cost-Effective, and Flexible In most cases, […]

The Four C’s of Family Law Mediation

March 23, 2020

The mediation process is advantageous to parties involved in family law disputes for many reasons. When explaining the benefits of mediation, Hon. Helaine L. Berger, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, focuses on four key areas she refers to as the “four C’s” of family law mediation. Cost-effective Mediation is substantially cheaper than […]

Trust and Comfort in Family Law Mediations

March 16, 2020

Family law mediations address sensitive, contentious and personal issues in people’s private lives. It is for this reason that trust and comfort in the mediation process is essential to the success of family law mediations. “Most people come into the process a little skeptical, either because they’ve already been through litigation and found it unpleasant […]

Health & Safety Measures at ADR Systems

March 13, 2020

To our valued clients, With the current health and safety concerns surrounding the spread of the COVID-19 virus, ADR Systems is committed to protecting the health of our clients, employees and other visitors to our Chicago and North Shore offices. We have advised our neutrals and staff to avoid coming into the office if they […]

Judge McKillip Joins ADR Systems as Family Law Neutral

February 28, 2020

Hon. Brian R. McKillip, (Ret.) has joined ADR Systems’ panel of senior mediators and arbitrators, focusing on dispute resolution for family law cases. He will serve in the Family Law Division alongside panelist Hon. Helaine L. Berger, (Ret.), who has practiced as a family law neutral at ADR Systems since 2016. “As the first family […]

Judge Hanlon Settles $4.725 Million Workplace Accident Case

February 24, 2020

Hon. Kay M. Hanlon, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently settled a $4.725 million personal injury case stemming from a workplace accident, where a 70-year-old man sustained a work injury which resulted in an arm amputation and eventual wrongful death due to workplace machinery. The case was a complex, multi-party dispute involving the family […]

Judge Sutter Settles $12 Million Trust and Family-owned Business Dispute Case

February 17, 2020

Hon. Ronald D. Sutter, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently settled a $12 million case stemming from a dispute between family members regarding a trust and family-owned business. “I have encountered a number of cases similar to this one throughout my career. Because of the business and familial dynamics at play, these […]

ADR Systems Adds Online Payment Option

February 13, 2020

ADR Systems has made it easier to pay your bill. Payments for dispute resolution services at ADR Systems can now be made through our website at adrsystems.com/payment. “Our mission at ADR Systems is to provide an unparalleled client experience by making all processes simple and efficient,” said Marc Becker, president of ADR Systems. “This new […]

Judge Curcio Writes About Mediating Complex Construction Claims

January 24, 2020

Hon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently published an article in the Illinois State Bar Association’s Section on Construction Law newsletter, Building Knowledge. Non-payment, claims of defective work, delays, claims for extra work with unsigned change orders, design issues, outstanding requests for information, acceleration… A major construction project is […]

Judge Curcio Reviews Benefits, Choices in Arbitration for New ADR Systems Video

January 21, 2020

Hon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently sat down with us to discuss the overarching benefits and choices that attorneys and their clients have when pursuing arbitration. Whether by agreement of the parties or arising from contractual language, arbitration can be an efficient alternative to litigation. “Parties in commercial […]

ADR Systems Releases Accelerated Commercial Arbitration Rules with 60-Day Timeline

January 20, 2020

ADR Systems has released Accelerated Commercial Arbitration Rules. Under these rules, arbitrations can be completed in a 60-day filing-to-award timeline. “We have developed accelerated commercial arbitration rules in response to requests to fast track arbitration without sacrificing the efficacy of the arbitration process,” said Marc Becker, president of ADR Systems. “Counsel and their clients appreciate […]

Judge Axelrood Settles $1.9 Million Vehicle Collision Case

December 17, 2019

Hon. Larry G. Axelrood, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently settled a $1.9 million personal injury case. The case stemmed from a 2015 car crash wherein the plaintiff sustained a broken leg and broken wrists as a result of a head-on collision. The plaintiff required surgery on her leg. Her vehicle was […]

Judge Ward Settles $5.5 Million Multi-Injury Semitrailer-Tow Truck Collision Case on Eve of Trial

December 6, 2019

Hon John A. Ward, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently helped to settle a $5.5 million case on the eve of opening statements that involved a side-swipe collision between a semitrailer and a tow truck. The plaintiff in the case was a passenger in the semitrailer that was involved in the collision, […]

Judge Casciato Settles </br>$6.2 Million Spinal and Neck Injuries Case

Judge Casciato Settles
$6.2 Million Spinal and Neck Injuries Case

December 2, 2019

Hon. Joseph N. Casciato, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently settled a $6.2 million case involving spinal and neck injuries suffered by siblings in a road accident. Two siblings were injured when a semitrailer tractor truck, whose driver was purportedly attempting to evade law enforcement officers, struck their vehicle in 2016. “This […]

Seasoned Neutrals Discuss Implicit Bias and Stereotypes in the Legal Profession at Women’s Initiative Committee Fall CLE

November 26, 2019

Hon. Helaine L. Berger, (Ret.), Hon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), Hon. Kay M. Hanlon, (Ret.) and Hon. Brigid M. McGrath, (Ret.), senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems, presented at the Women’s Initiative Committee’s Advanced Gender, Diversity & Mediation CLE at Petterino’s on Nov. 15th. The neutrals spoke about the presence of implicit bias and […]

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