As mentioned, mediators act on behalf of individuals and families to resolve local problems between neighbours. This is a form of so-called peer mediation. In addition, mediators work inside businesses to help solve problems between colleagues and, sometimes, between managers and employees. In some cases, businesses which have contractual disputes will turn to mediators instead of taking recourse to the law, which can be more costly. Industrial disputes between unions and company boards also receive the same treatment from time to time. Even countries sometimes seek mediation in international bodies to help resolve disputes to avoid armed conflict.