After reviewing chapter 4- give your opinion on the following assertion "The cost of litigation and demand of the courts has necessitated that parties to litigation mediate their cases. Engagement in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has been not only cost and time effective, but very satisfying to clients." What are the Difference between Arbitration, mediation, and Litigation? What are the pros and cons?

James is an employee in the widget inspection department of xyz systems, a government contractor. james was part of a 3-person inspection team that found a particular batch of widgets did not meet the exacting requirements of the u.s. government. in order to meet the tight deadline and avoid penalties under the contract, james' boss demanded that the batch of widgets be sent in fulfillment of the government contract. when james found out, he went to the vice president of the company and reported the situation. james was demoted by his boss, and no longer works on government projects. james has a: