Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XLII. Miscellaneous Practice Provisions § 454.011.Declaration of public policy on encouragement of dispute resolution through negotiation and settlement

It is the policy of this Commonwealth to encourage the peaceable resolution of disputes and the early, voluntary settlement of litigation through negotiation and mediation. To the extent it is consistent with other laws, the courts and state governmental agencies are authorized and encouraged to refer disputing parties to mediation before trial or hearing.