What Happens If The Case Cannot Be Settled Amicably?
If the other side refuses to make a reasonable offer, we may have to enter your case into litigation. A case that enters into litigation may take several paths. We will consult with you concerning which one is right for you. All of them take time – some more than others. A case in any form of Litigation may resolve at any time the Parties reach an agreement to settle. • Private Mediation: In any disputed case, including cases involving claims for personal injuries, the Parties can agree to submit the matter to a Mediator outside of the Court system. The Parties have control over the time needed to prepare for and conduct the Mediation. The Mediator attempts to bring the case to an amicable resolution. If a case that is entered into mediation does not resolve, the case will typically enter one of the other forms of Litigation. • Private Arbitration: If the injured party and the adverse party agree, the claim may be submitted to an Arbitrator outside of the Court system. Usually, the Arb
