Why Mediate? And Why I Shouldn’t
What To Expect…
Mediation is a facilitated discussion about problem-solving a personal or work-related disagreement. Without negotiation, there can be no mediation. Disputants agree to voluntarily participate with an unbiased, neutral, independent, impartial, and confidential individual who has no stake in the eventual outcome of the process. The parties must want to create a resolution that works for them, given their current needs and scenarios. Mediation differs from arbitration, where an outside party makes the final determination. The mediator guides the parties through the process and around the obstacles. To be successful, the parties must have honest discussions with no hidden agendas. Power is balanced instead of being lopsided to benefit the other party. And everyone benefits.
Mediation is less formal and doesn’t require time in a courtroom. Mediation is confidential, is not legally binding, and saves thousands of dollars because there are no billable hours and charges. And changing an agreement is a possibility at any time. You can create a working plan when your situation changes without returning to the courtroom.
Decisions written by others have a high failure rate. Do you want to comply with someone else’s decision if it isn’t fair to you?
Set your emotions aside and think about your financial situation. It’s your decision whether your hard-earned dollars work to benefit you. Mediation is the only win/win option that keeps your money in your pocket. Why not focus on your needs while reducing the stress accompanying any dispute? With mediation, you are in control.
