Mapping Mediation: The Risks of Riskin's Grid

Authors

Kimberlee K. Kovach, University of Texas School of Law
Lela P. Love, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of LawFollow

Publication Date

1998

Journal

Harvard Negotiation Law Review

Abstract

We use maps for orientation and guidance. A topographical map and compass guide us through unmarked terrain. To pass a bar exam, law students follow a course carefully mapped out by BAR/ BRI. To understand political configurations, we study maps of the world, indicating countries and states and their boundaries. Maps are important. They create paradigms or "boxes" within which to operate safely and efficiently. The universe a map depicts-what is put in and what is left out-must have an internal cohesion, logic, and accuracy. If not, maps misguide their users.

Volume

3

First Page

71

Last Page

110

Publisher

Harvard Law School

Keywords

Dispute Resolution, Jurisprudence, Informed Consent, Medical Jurisprudence

Disciplines

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration | Jurisprudence | Law | Medical Jurisprudence

Recommended Citation

Kimberlee K. Kovach & Lela P. Love, Mapping Mediation: The Risks of Riskin's Grid, 3 Harv. Negot. L. Rev. 71 (1998).
https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/faculty-articles/1111