Mediation is a dispute resolution method that allows businesses to settle issues among themselves, while saving business relations, time and money. However, despite it providing parties control over the settlement terms, mediation requires a neutral third party to...
Mediation
Can I force the other party to mediate?
Mediation has become a popular method for resolving complex business disputes in Georgia. Previously, when a business conflict arose, the preferred and typical remedy was to file a lawsuit and head to court. But in recent years many businesses have realized the...
Is mediation possible if the dispute is pending in court?
When conflicts arise, some people would initially consider bringing the dispute to court, this being the traditional method for resolution. However, throughout the years, alternative nonlitigation avenues have become available for conflict resolution, one of which is...
What is preventative mediation?
There are many benefits to using mediation to resolve a business, real estate or estate planning dispute, many of which you may already know. Mediation can save you time and money compared with traditional litigation, as well as help you maintain your professional...
How do I know if my mediator is behaving unethically?
Mediation can be a great way to resolve a business or real estate dispute. The litigation process is often expensive, time consuming and can leave you stressed and unhappy. When you choose mediation to resolve your dispute, you potentially save time and money. You...
Can I settle my case without going through the trial process?
You have a legal dispute with someone, but is your only option to go through the entire trial process where you will face the other party in court before a judge? The trial process can be lengthy, costly and stressful. Two other options for dispute resolution that may...
Why mediation can be ideal for business professionals
When your business faces a conflict, the prospect of going to court to resolve your differences can be downright daunting. The cost, time and effort all involved with litigation can be draining, and in many cases can cause significant disruptions to your business. In...
What is mediation?
When Georgia residents think of attorneys, they often think of going to court and arguing the two sides to a lawsuit. While many legal matters resolve this way, litigation is not the only path available to individuals with conflicts under the law. Mediation is an...
Mediation as a cost-effective method of dispute resolution
Getting a business off the ground can be a challenge. Even a Georgia resident with the best idea may struggle to find financing and partners to help them grow their fledgling entity. Many businesses fail within their first few years, and those that do survive often...
How does mediation work?
Mediation can be a useful in a variety of different circumstances. Parties to a legal dispute should be familiar with the multitude of potential benefits associated with the mediation process to help parties resolve a legal dispute. Benefits of the mediation process...