Using Mediation to Resolve Los Angeles Auto Accident Cases
Because trials can be so expensive, time-consuming and risky, claimants often inquire into possible alternative methods of resolving their disputes. One of the most popular alternative dispute resolution methods is mediation. Mediation is the process by which both parties, through the aid of an objective and neutral mediator, come to a self-created resolution to their Los Angeles auto accident dispute. Mediations are informal proceedings conducted by a neutral third party, often a lawyer, judge, or simply a trained mediator. The process works with each side presenting their side of their Los Angeles car accident case to a trained mediator, who will then attempt to find elements of common ground upon which to build a mutually acceptable agreement or resolution to the dispute.
Similar to Los Angeles car accident trials, mediations are a rare occurrence when dealing with auto accident claims. Most of these claims are settled outside of court before the Plaintiff and Defendant ever get to trial. If settlement negotiations break down, or simply will not move forward, then a judge will typically order a mediation prior to the case actually going to trial. If a mediation proves successful, then the trial will not take place. With that said, many mediations are not binding which means that should a party decide after the mediation that he or she did not receive a fair deal in the resolution, they have the option to re-litigate the matter. This rarely happens due to the costs, time, resources, energy, and risk required to go trial again.
Mediation is a good alternative to trial as it bears little of the risk, and promotes resolution without the costs and often rigid rules a trial can impose, arguably unfairly at times. Certain Los Angeles car accident claims are simply better served by a non-adversarial setting, and mediation is a great alternative to the typical trial process.
Whether you decide you want to fully litigate a personal injury claim for a Los Angeles auto accident, or take advantage of mediation or an arbitration process, having an experienced car accident attorney advise you is crucial if you want to receive the just compensation due to you, or to resolve the dispute in a satisfactory manner. Contact the California Attorney Group today to speak to one of our experienced, skilled Los Angeles car accident lawyers who have years of extensive experience in all areas related to mediation, trial, and personal injury claims. Contact us for a free consultation at (866) 650-0505 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (866) 650-0505 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (866) 650-0505 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (866) 650-0505 end_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
