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WHAT IS MEDIATION?
Mediation is a neutral proceeding used to attempt to get cases resolved. Our attorneys use mediation in Auto Accidents, Truck Accidents, and Serious Injury cases in Delaware. It is sometimes ordered by the court. In mediation, both sides go before a mediator (usually an attorney or former judge) to attempt to settle a case. In advance of the mediation, a confidential statement is submitted by both sides to the mediator. The confidential statement outlines the case and the issues. The mediator begins the session by having all sides meet jointly. During this joint session, the mediator will explain the ground rules which will include each participant signing a confidentiality agreement. The mediator will ask questions of both sides. At the conclusion of the joint session, the mediator will separate the parties. At this point, the mediator will go back and forth between the parties carrying settlement offers and demands until either the case is settled or it appears clear that the parties cannot reach a voluntary settlement. Our Delaware Personal Injury Lawyers can assist you with any legal question you may have about Auto Accidents and Delaware Law.
Mediation requires compromise from both sides. It requires each side to determine whether they are prepared to proceed to a jury trial and at what cost.
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The MorrisJames Personal Injury Group has been helping victims of serious Auto Accidents in Delaware for a combined total of 81 years. We have offices in Dover, Newark, and Wilmington. Contact us today |