Adrian Is Pursuing a Constructive Dismissal Dispute with His Former

question 5

Multiple Choice

Adrian is pursuing a constructive dismissal dispute with his former employers,Chiles Properties.They both agree to opt for a final-offer arbitration process to resolve their dispute.Which of the following best ensures that Adrian's interests are well served?

• A) Adrian should come up with a final settlement proposal that the arbitrator will consider to be fairer than that of Chiles Properties.
• B) Adrian should drive a hard bargain and insist on the best possible settlement terms in his final proposal to the arbitrator.
• C) Adrian should adopt settlement terms that are slightly more favorable to Chiles Properties than himself.
• D) Adrian should compose his settlement proposal such that it shows his former employers in an unfavorable light.

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