Too Complicated for Mediation? When to Settle and When to Fight
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ποΈ Podcast Episode
πΉ Many clients ask: "Is my case too complex for mediation?"
πΉ Example case: A deadly hotel fire in Las Vegas that resulted in 15 deaths.
πΉ 15 lawsuits were filed after the fire.
πΉ 20 defendants involved β including the building owner and various companies.
πΉ Despite the complexity, the case is being resolved through mediation.
πΉ Parties have gone through multiple rounds of mediation.
πΉ A resolution is expected in the coming weeks.
π‘ Why Mediation Works β Even for Complex Cases:
πΉ Going to court with dozens of plaintiffs and defendants could take a decade.
πΉ Legal fees and court delays can drain time and money.
πΉ Plaintiffs or defendants may pass away, disappear, or go out of business during a long trial.
πΉ Mediation can:
- Be completed in a few years (even for complex cases)
- Be faster and more efficient
- Save money on legal costs
- Provide more control over the process
βοΈ Mediation vs. Court:
πΉ Court: Bound by the court calendar and backlogs.
πΉ Mediation: Can be scheduled in the private sector at a much faster pace.
πΉ Mediation is voluntary β you can reject the outcome and still pursue litigation.
πΉ In court, once a judge rules, you must comply with the decision.
π Final Thought:
πΉ Mediation is not just for simple cases like divorce or small claims.
πΉ It can absolutely handle even the most complicated disputes β like a deadly fire involving multiple lawsuits and dozens of parties.
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