History, process, and a role for judges in mediating their own cases
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The author discusses the usage of mediation in the courts. He gives a short history of alternative dispute resolution since 1976, reviews the process of mediation, and discusses a judge's role in that process.
Publication Name: New York University Annual Survey of American Law
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0066-4413
Year: 2001
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Law and science: the testing of justice
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Technology has increased the importance of scientific evidence. Scientists and judges should establish connections to ensure that law and science benefit each other.
Publication Name: New York University Annual Survey of American Law
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0066-4413
Year: 2000
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"Real judges."(the necessity of judicial independence)
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The author reviews the legal foundations of judicial independence, discusses why it is important, and why it is necessary.
Publication Name: New York University Annual Survey of American Law
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0066-4413
Year: 2001
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