Dispute Resolution Dilemmas

This chapter examines the critical role of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) in labor negotiations, revealing a drastic reduction in mediators and its implications. It discusses the effects of mediator shortages on high-profile disputes, such as those involving Starbucks and Boeing, leading to potential strikes and heightened tensions. Additionally, the chapter highlights the ongoing legal challenges and the economic impact of recent layoffs on the mediation process in the labor sector.