Against the Rules with Michael Lewis The Neutral
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Apr 30, 2019 Ken Feinberg, a renowned mediator and lawyer famed for his work on high-profile disputes like the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund, shares insights into the art of neutrality. He discusses the emotional challenges and moral dilemmas mediators face while navigating sensitive issues. Feinberg reflects on the complexities of compensation during tragedies, the role of empathy in conflict resolution, and draws surprising parallels with a biblical story. His anecdotes reveal the unexpected traits that make for an effective neutral referee.
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Rob Neyer's Refereeing Troubles
- Michael Lewis's friend, Rob Neyer, became commissioner of an amateur baseball league.
- Neyer struggled with disputes between owners, players, and umpires, highlighting the challenges of refereeing.
Agent Orange Settlement
- Vietnam vets sued Monsanto and Dow Chemical over Agent Orange exposure.
- After five years of legal battles, Ken Feinberg was appointed as a special master and settled the case in six weeks.
A New Kind of Referee
- Feinberg's success created a new role in American life: the extra-legal referee.
- This role resolves complex disputes outside the traditional legal system.