I Was Injured In An Accident Do I Need Mediation Or Court Hearing?

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative dispute resolution is a fancy way to say – let’s just sit down and see if we can work it out.  In many types of different cases including automobile accidents and workers’ compensation cases, the opposing parties are often sitting down and participating in a mediated settlement conference, or mediation for short.  A mediator “runs” the mediation and is not a judge, jury, or otherwise interested party.  Typically, a mediator will come into the case without knowing the facts of the case on purpose, and is a true neutral party that does not decide the case, but is paid by the parties to try and find an amount that both parties can live with to resolve the case.  Mediators in the automobile accident and workers’ compensation venues are usually attorneys, and often retired judges, or deputy commissioners.  Mediation is an incredibly successful and cost effective way to try to resolve a disputed case before it goes on to the next step, which is typically a hearing, or trial.  Mediation gives the parties control over resolving the case, and keeps it out of the hands of a jury, or hearing commissioner.  Some folks are afraid to file a claim because they are terrified about going to court and testifying.  Mediation is an avenue to avoid court, and still get compensated for your claim. 

So, if you have an automobile accident case, or workers’ compensation claim that is denied, or contested, don’t be afraid to try and get someone to help you.  Tippens & Zurosky represents people injured on the job and in automobile accidents in North Carolina and South Carolina.  Call us toll-free at 877-372-3580, or at 704-343-0018, for a free consultation.  Let us help you!