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CFR Mediation offers divorce, family, business, civil, and workplace mediation services throughout the US. Our mediators are local, expert, and experienced professionals who are committed to resolving conflicts efficiently and effectively.
CFR Mediation currently has mediators throughout the US. All mediator services are accessed by contacting CFR’s main office at 866-922-2370 or submitting a request (more…)
We are a Chicago Illinois based mediation firm focusing on the prevention and resolution of divorce, business, and workplace conflicts.
People chose our conflict resolution services because they want a mediator who can quickly and effectively assist them in creating a solution that works for them. Most cases, including divorces involving children, are completed resolved in a matter of hours.
We focus solely on creating “Win-Win” agreements – saving those in dispute the time, stress, and money that comes with litigation. (more…)
On June 1, a complaint alleging workplace sexual harassment was filed in the Chicago office of the federal Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (EEOC) against the Tilted Kilt bar and restaurant.
The complaint, filed on behalf of 10 current and former waitresses, alleges that a manager at the downtown Chicago location has engaged in inappropriate and sexually harassing behavior repeatedly since the restaurant opened in 2009. Specifically the complaint alleges: a manager made sexually explicit comments (more…)
What makes an ideal employee. It can seem to have a clear answer. A good employee is someone who works hard and supports the success of the workplace. Someone who always engages in appropriate workplace behavior. Managers want dedicated employees that put the employer first – right? Employees are supposed to “go the extra mile” and maintain a positive attitude at work. The ideal employee always enthusiastically gives a little extra. (more…)
There is so much talk about bullying in the news recently. Bullying in the schoolyard and workplace is finally getting the attention it needs, if we are to lessen the prevalence. However, we seem to – at least – turn a blind eye to and, at most, celebrate bullying behaviors in prominent celebrities and businessmen.
Donald Trump’s recent comments and behavior are a good example. He has stated things and engaged in behavior that if objectively looked at can be described as bullying behavior. Despite this, (more…)
In Chicago, a workplace conflict is being played out in a very public arena.
The leader of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago, Cardinal George, has suspended a popular Chicago priest Reverend Michael Pfleger. The suspension comes after a workplace conflict surrounding the potential reassignment of the reverend, which was publicly discussed by Rev. Pfleger on a national radio program. In response to the Pfleger’s comments on the Tavis Smiley show, the cardinal felt that the process was “short-circuited” and opted to suspend the pastor. (more…)
The Chicago Sun-Times reports that Chicago police officers have accessed and printed electronic records inappropriately. Up to 1000 officers may face official discipline for the transgression.
The specific record accessed details an allegation of sexual assault against two on-duty Chicago police officers by a local woman. The records were accessed within three weeks of the incident. It is not clear as to the officers motivation for looking at the report. (more…)
The concept of sexual harassment is not unknown to most people, although the definition or description of what constitutes sexual harassment can vary widely from person to person, and to some extent personal perception is an important aspect to consider when addressing this issue.
HR professionals have to be at the ready to not only respond to sexual harassment allegations but also actively engage to prevent harassment from occurring. (more…)
Conflict can happen in most any circumstance. Regardless of the setting or nature of the relationship, conflict is experienced personally. The emotions experienced and potential realities of the dispute can make even the most levelheaded person react in ways that does not facilitate resolution and can even seem to make the conflict grow.
When we are in a conflict we tend to want the issue to go away, or, at least, stop hurting. (more…)
CFR Mediation (CFR) offers a full range of mediation services including civil, workplace, and divorce mediation services in Atlanta and Grayson Georgia.
For those in Atlanta and Grayson, Georgia, attorney mediators are available to resolve all kinds of disputes, including divorce, parenting & child custody issues, family conflicts, wills and probate, business or civil dispute, workplace conflict, and property disputes.
If you would like to learn more about our mediation services in Atlanta and Grayson, Georgia or our other locations, please contact us for a no obligation confidential consultation.
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