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Our experience has been that mediations can break down when one or both parties approach the mediation session with the goal of proving that he/she is right as opposed to the goal of reaching a settlement and making the litigation go away.

Many times, a party to a dispute wants to be heard.  In a courtroom setting, the lawyers do most of the talking and in a face to face meeting the other party, frustration and anger can boil over.

In a mediation, each party will have time to meet and speak with the mediator separately.  You can make your point loudly and passionately without hesitation.  A good mediator will reframe your position into a position that can move the two sides to an agreement.  Hostile, direct confrontation will be avoided as this type of interaction rarely facilitates an agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What kind of mindset must you have for mediation?

    Generally, you must enter into your mediation with the mindset that settlement is a desirable option. Your lawyer serves as

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  • What type of cases work best in mediation?

    Mediators at Innovative Mediation Solutions have seen and worked on just about every case you can imagine. We handle workers

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  • How do you choose a mediator?

    The mediators at IMS bring a wide range of skills and experiences to our company and you should review the

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  • How does a mediation work?

    There are several models that you can choose for your mediation. In a traditional mediation, both parties and their attorneys

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  • What happens if a mediation fails?

    Since mediation is a voluntary process, neither side loses anything but their time if the mediation breaks down. Your mediation

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  • Where do mediations typically break down?

    Our experience has been that mediations can break down when one or both parties approach the mediation session with the

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