Common use of Informal Settlement Clause in Contracts

Informal Settlement. a) Nothing shall prevent the use of informal means to settle disputes relating to reappointment, tenure, or promotions, such as ad hoc reviews of recommendations and decisions. b) The use of informal means to settle disputes shall not affect the right of the Association to appeal a decision. c) The right of the Association to refer any decision to arbitration is hereby recognized.

Informal Settlement. a) Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent the use of informal means to settle disputes relating to reappointment, tenure, or promotions, such as ad hoc reviews of recommendations and decisions. b) The use of informal means to settle disputes shall not affect the right of the Association to appeal a decision. c) The right of the Association to refer any decision to arbitration is hereby recognized.