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<\/a>Advantages of Mediation<\/strong><\/h3>\nIn some situations, mediation may be preferable to filing a lawsuit. Mediation provides the following advantages:<\/p>\n
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- Confidentiality.<\/strong> There are a few exceptions, but what the parties say during mediation is confidential and not subject to the future use in a lawsuit. Court cases, on the other hand, are matters of public record.<\/li>\n
- Costs less than a lawsuit.<\/strong> Mediation cases cost substantially less than court costs and attorney fees.<\/li>\n
- Faster resolution than going to court. <\/strong>Lawsuits may take years to result in a court ruling, but mediation can take as little as a few hours or a few sessions.<\/li>\n
- The parties decide.<\/strong> The parties in mediation, not a judge or jury, decide on the resolution.<\/li>\n
- The parties communicate directly. <\/strong>Rather than communicating through lawyers, the parties speak directly to each other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Bill has successfully mediated personal injury claims and insurance disputes, as well as business, real estate and employment cases.<\/p>\n
Call 503-307-1676 for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Bill Gibson’s mediation style and success at resolving disputes has earned him a loyal following in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and throughout Oregon and Washington. Call 503-307-1676 today to make an appointment What is Mediation: Mediation cases are a private and …<\/p>\n
- Costs less than a lawsuit.<\/strong> Mediation cases cost substantially less than court costs and attorney fees.<\/li>\n