What’s the difference between mediation and arbitration?
In a mediation process, a neutral, trained mediator works to help disputants come to a consensus on their own. An arbitration is like a mini trial where the rules of evidence are somewhat relaxed. In arbitration, a neutral, trained arbitrator serves as a judge who is responsible for resolving the dispute by issuing an award within days of arbitration.
More About Arbitration
Arbitration is a less formal and a more cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. With the Courts still suffering from severe backlogs due to the epidemic, arbitration offers parties a forum to quickly and efficiently resolve disputes with the undivided attention of an arbitrator. A trial that would take a week to complete in a court of law, can be arbitrate in one day. Unlike a traditional trial, arbitration can be conducted in person or through a Zoom conference. Arbitration also allows for much more flexibility, allowing the parties to tailor the process to their needs. Chris has arbitrated thousands of cases throughout his 38-year career as a trial lawyer and understands how stressful the process can be.