Why Mediate?
Mediation is riskfree. It is nonbinding unless a settlement agreement is actually reached. Once signed a settlement agreement is enforceable in court.
Is Mediation Confidential?
The sessions are informal and are not taperecorded or transcribed. Information disclosed at any time during mediation cannot be revealed in future litigation, should the matter not be resolved.
Is Mediation Efficient?
The process saves time and money; a majority of mediation cases are resolved in one session, which usually lasts from one to eight hours.
The Different Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution
The American judicial system is a well established way of providing a fair resolution to legal disputes. However, many people agree that going to court is an expensive and time consuming way to come to a resolution. Accordingly, alternative dispute resolution options are becoming more popular as a way to settle legal matters without incurring the expense of litigation or the …
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