It will often be in the interests of both parties to a dispute to avoid litigation except as a last resort.  This depends on the parties’ understanding that there are alternative means of resolving disputes.

There are a range of methods of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) available.  Making the appropriate choice at the most suitable point in a dispute gives employers the best chance of keeping cost and workplace disruption to a minimum.

This Inbrief summarises the types of ADR available in relation to workplace disputes.