Technology in law, Online Dispute Resolution.
A view from behind the recent film, and why conflict is truly a growth industry. When I was making the documentary on online dispute resolution, I kept coming back to one question: how did we even get here? And the answer taught me something about where we’re going. Here’s the short version of the history. […]
Frank Goldberg, Co-Founder & COO of Dyspute.ai, on Adri — a 24/7 AI mediator that takes a dispute from intake to an e-signed settlement in days for $299 — and whether AI replaces the mediator or empowers them.
Latin or Ibero-America (Spanish speaking countries) is at the forefront of online dispute resolution (ODR), leveraging technology to transform conflict management. Register for FIMEP at Eventbrite. https://www.odrla.com Alberto Elisavetsky highlights how AI is being integrated into mediation processes across the region. A standout project, Negotiator One, is an AI-powered negotiation agent recognized by the Inter-American […]
If you’re involved in online dispute resolution (ODR) or just curious about how technology is transforming the legal landscape, the upcoming ODR 2026 conference is a must-attend event (odr2026.org). This gathering promises insights from global leaders, cutting-edge sessions on AI, negotiation, and digital infrastructure, plus a chance to connect with the brightest minds in dispute […]
In this recording, we discuss the launch of Patrick Russell’s new podcast, Meaningful Mediation. As a seasoned mediator, Patrick aims to transform traditional mediation by fostering genuine dialogue and understanding. His podcast is dedicated to creating engaging conversations that help parties build rapport and make thoughtful decisions related to the conflict resolution process. Learn more […]
Can you cheat an alcohol monitor? (And what happens if you use mouthwash?) In family law and mediation, alcohol misuse is a recurring issue that can quickly derail co-parenting agreements and lead to high-conflict court battles. As a mediator, I’ve seen firsthand how finding a reliable way to ensure child safety is often the only […]
Published on the LMINetwork Newsletter. Hi Everyone, Mac here with another production update on our upcoming documentary, Can ODR Change the World? The Story and Promise of Online Dispute Resolution. When it comes to online dispute resolution (ODR), do you have to be a technologist or hold a computer science degree to impact how technology […]
Start With Why In his book Start With Why, Simon Sinek explains that while people can be motivated by manipulations—like fear, peer pressure, or price—true lasting engagement only comes from inspiration. In 2020, the legal and mediation worlds experienced a massive, fear-based manipulation: The pandemic forced alternative dispute resolution (ADR) professionals into online mediation by […]
In this conversation with Jim Melamed of Mediate.com, we cover the evolution of Mediate.com, the tech evolution of mediation, the integration of AI in mediation, and the importance of empowerment and informed decision-making in mediation practices.This video is a revisit of Jim’s earlier talk on the Will Work for Food YouTube Channel, created by Natalie […]
It’s 2026, and the first big blockbuster film in the US is the sci-fi thriller Mercy, starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson, in which a fully automated AI administers criminal justice, including capital punishment, in the year 2029. Having recently gotten into filmmaking with the Can ODR Change the World documentary, I’m going to review […]
