When baseball players went on strike, an individual was brought in to resolve the dispute between management and players. this third party was involved to make suggestions, but legally could not make any decisions about how the players' dispute should be settled. this is an example

Mediation

Explanation:

Mediation is a private process in which a neutral third person is brought in to help two or more parties resolve their conflict. In this process a mediator who is the third neutral person will help these parties identify and discuss their issues, determine if they have any common interest and understand how each party feels about these issues. They all work together towards finding a solution to their conflict the mediator is there in all steps to ensure this occurs in as smoothly as possible through guiding them towards a common ground.

He is responsible for letting them know how everything will go towards the whole process of looking for a resolution and set the rules that must be adhered to. The mediator also will define his or her role to the parties involved and start with an introduction statement which will kick start the process.

After agreement has been reached he may present them with a legal contract that will bind what they have agreed upon.