Mediation Not Litigation

April 13, 2005 -- In a world of conflict, where courts tend to make a decision only after wasting both side's resources and destroying any hope of a further relationship, mediation seeks-and usually achieves-mutual satisfaction. Parties control the outcome, which is not possible when a decision is rendered by a judge or jury. Mediation offers the opportunity to expand traditional discussions and broaden resolution options.It does so swiftly, at low cost, while protecting both parties' privacy.

Mediation is a process in which a neutral third-party intervenes in a dispute, helping both sides to communicate with each other and, if possible, reaches an agreement that satisfies everyone's needs.

Mediation proceedings are confidential and voluntary for all parties. Privacy is very important. It goes to the heart of the mediation process, confidentiality is complete: what happens in the mediation does not leave the room.Mediation typically involves one or more meetings between the disputing parties and the mediator. It may also involve one or more confidential sessions between individual parties and the mediator.

Mediation is neither therapy nor a "day in court." Rather, mediation should provide a safe environment for the parties to air their differences and reach a mutually agreeable resolution. Mediators are NOT judges. Their role is to manage the process through which parties resolve their conflict, not to decide how the conflict should be resolved. They do this by assuring the fairness of the mediation process, facilitating communication, and maintaining the balance of power between the parties.

Mediation is widely used to resolve child custody disputes and divorce cases. The process is also becoming increasingly popular for resolving conflict in the workplace, personal injury cases and at the neighborhood level, as well as in schools, businesses, government agencies and other areas.

Using mediation as an alternative to lawsuits saves money, time and resources as well as provides a win-win situation for the parties involved. In mediation, a neutral third party helps both parties in reaching a mutually agreeable decision.

Mediation encourages both parties to work together to reach a resolution. It avoids costly, adversarial, complicated procedures such as lawsuits or grievances.

Mediation preservers relationships by promoting trust,co-operation, and respect among parties. This enables parties to maintain an on-going business or personal relationship.

Mediated agreements work. Research indicates that parties are more likely to comply with the terms of a mediated settlement than with a court order because they have been involved in the resolution.

The Litigation Alternative Group, LLC can help you avoid the high cost of litigation through the use of mediation. We prodive the following mediation services: Personal Injury,Insurance,Peer, Divorce/Family, Civil, Business,Construction, Real Estate, Medical Malpractice, Consumer, Elder Care,Church, Nonprofit, Wills,Trust, Government,Consumer Rights and EEO/Employment. Experienced Certified Professionals. We provide mediation training. Consulting services to individuals,businesses and courts. We provides nationwide mediation on-site, phone and via email. Free Initial Phone Consultation. Call Lynwood Fonville at 804-726-9471 To Learn more

Mediation Not Litigation

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