Considerations in Settling Cases (Mediation/Settlement Conferences)

Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method, where the participants meet with a third party (mediator) to negotiate a potential settlement. The mediator is required to be unbiased, and he or she does not work for either side. The mediator listens to each side’s position and helps to facilitate a voluntary resolution to the case. Mediation is significantly less expensive and time-consuming than a traditional courtroom trial. However, there are several points to consider before sitting down to the mediation/settlement conference.   Read the article………………………………

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