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Definitions:

Mediation

A dispute resolution process where an impartial third party helps conflicting parties find a mutually acceptable agreement.

Employer-initiated Work Stoppage

Instances where employers halt operations or lock out employees as a tactic in labor disputes, often to enforce terms or pressurize negotiations.

Mediation-arbitration

A hybrid dispute resolution process that begins with mediation in an attempt to encourage a mutually agreeable settlement and moves to arbitration if mediation is unsuccessful.

Neutral

A person or entity without bias toward a specific outcome, often involved in mediating disputes or ensuring fair processes.