Mediation is a facilitated negotiation process where a neutral third party helps the participants to gain a clearer understanding of their own needs as well as the wants and needs of the other party. Out of this understanding, options and solutions are negotiated to resolve the dispute. As an alternative to filing a claim and going to Court, mediation has several distinct advantages:
• Immediate access. Mediation dates can generally be arranged within a few weeks. There is no requirement to wait ten to twelve months for a court date.
• Expedient resolution. Most disputes are resolved within a few hours. Occasionally, a subsequent mediation session is required but combined with quicker access to mediation, disputes are resolved quicker.
• Participant satisfaction. Generally participants are more satisfied with mediated solutions as they feel they have been heard, understood and involved in the solution.
• Reasonable costs. Mediated resolutions are generally achieved at a lower cost than a litigated resolution.
• Reduced stress. As mediated conflicts are resolve quicker, people experience less stress, fewer sleepless nights and lower emotional cost.
• Privacy. Mediated disputes are conducted in a confidential ‘without prejudice’ environment. As a result, the details of the dispute and resolution are held confidential, not available on the public record.
• Outside the Court. Disputes can be resolved in a place of your choosing. No requirement to be conducted in a public court environment.
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