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		Mediation Providing an alternate method for handling unresolved disputes between two parties without having to enter into litigation or court proceedings What is mediation?
		Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party facilitates communication designed to produce an agreement that will resolve a controversy or disagreement. The process allows the participants to communicate their concerns and needs with the goal of providing a resolution that is acceptable and beneficial to both or all of the parties.


		What is the basic mediation process?
		First determine if mediation is appropriate for the situation A mediation session is scheduled with both/all parties present at an agreed location During the session, both/all parties have the opportunity to present their side of the dispute The mediator explores the strengths and weaknesses of each side and goes through a series of questions to help uncover possible resolutions A resolution is determined based upon total agreement between the parties involved A settlement agreement is developed by the mediator to complete the process


		What are typical scenarios in which mediation is needed?
		Dispute between employee and employer Disagreement between company and vendor Contract negotiations Family financial disputes Civil disputes Corporate downsizing


		What are the benefits of mediation?
		Cost: Mediation is only a fraction of the cost of litigation

		Saves Time: Most mediation cases are settled within one day

		Privacy & Confidentiality: Matters are kept private and confidential versus possible public records of litigation or court proceedings

		Stay in Control: You remain in control and participate equally with those involved in the dispute

		Preserve Relationships: With the use of a mediator, you are more likely to maintain a healthy relationship with the other party versus damage that could be done from adversarial conflict resolution methods

		More Flexible Resolution Options: Structured payments, apology, retraction, letters of recommendation, confidentiality agreements, barter and agreements for future business are some of the workable options in mediation that may not be available in litigation.


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