In order to compensate individuals affected by the oil spillage in the Gulf of Mexico, BP has decided to appoint an independent mediator. This role is likely to act as a self sufficient entity, and will be the key to ensuring that those affected are rightfully compensated. As the mediator is ‘free to disagree with BP’s position’ it should allow for reasonable and realistic agreements to be forged, as well as instilling impartiality.
The appointment of a mediator is something that may not have been considered a decade ago, but is now a realistic solution employed to resolve what is dubbed the ‘worst environmental disaster in US history’ by the White House. During the last few years, multi-national corporations have seen the benefits of a rapid and cost effective solution when using mediation. Although it is now immensely popular when used to resolve workplace disputes, the principals and frameworks used can be transferred to many different kinds of conflict, and many different situations.
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