Effective Labor Claim Negotiation: A Brazilian Case Study
Abstract
This case study presents a negotiation between a law firm and a former Italian haute cuisine pizzeria manager over a labor claim worth $100,000. After three previous lawyers failed to resolve the case, the law firm achieved a significant procedural turnaround by challenging the former manager's free justice and requesting a conciliation hearing. The outcome of whether the parties reached a mutual agreement is revealed in this study. This case underscores the importance of understanding the underlying interests of both parties in working towards a mutually beneficial resolution. The article concludes with a discussion of key implications derived from the case.
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