By: Rick Morefield Failing to fully prepare a client for mediation is one of the most common errors I see newer lawyers make in mediation. Newer lawyers know that it is important to educate the mediator about the case, but they sometimes miss the importance of educating the client not only about the case, but …
Are you involved in a lawsuit and facing the uncertainty of a trial? Are you looking for a way to avoid that uncertainty and reach an agreed outcome? If so, mediation may be the answer. Mediator and trial attorney Rick Morefield had a recent experience that demonstrates how the outcome of a trial depends as …
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During the Coronavirus pandemic, many people turned to Zoom and other virtual platforms for mediations. Zoom and other virtual platforms provided a social distancing alternative to traditional face-to-face mediations. When considering whether or not to mediate using Zoom or another virtual platform, there are a few pros and cons to consider. Advantages of Zoom/Virtual Mediation …
Mediation is an alternative to a jury trial that often leads to the settlement of lawsuits and legal disputes. Mediation can take place before or after a lawsuit it filed. It is now common for judges to order the parties in a lawsuit to mediate a case before it goes to trial. Judges know that …
