Sec. 14.37.02.06. Termination of Mediation

A. The Ombudsman may terminate the mediation process at any time if the Ombudsman determines that mediation will not reasonably lead to resolution of the dispute.

B. In making the determination to terminate a mediation, the Ombudsman may consider, among other factors:

(1) The duration of the mediation process;

(2) The parties’ efforts to resolve the dispute;

(3) The Ombudsman’s efforts to resolve the dispute;

(4) The likelihood that the parties will change their positions;

(5) A party’s failure to abide by the written standards of conduct;

(6) A party’s failure to abide by the party’s confidentiality obligations; and

(7) A party’s use of the mediation process for purposes of delay or harassment.