mini trial

Question 1

why mini trial?

Answer 1

determine specific issues

Question 2

format?

Answer 2

matter of agreement between parties

Question 3

example of format?

Answer 3

senior officers meet with independent advisor

Question 4

how is it conducted?

Answer 4

each side makes summary submissions and senior officers seek an agreement

Question 5

failure to reach an agreement?

Answer 5

independent advisor may issue an opinion then parties may try to reach an agreement