Family disputes.
When separating after a relationship of some length, inevitably a division of the asset pool will be required. In some instances this can be a harmonious process; however, often these disputes result in prolonged proceedings in the court system.
Mediation can assist parties resolve their property disputes both before co-habitation, or following the break-down of a relationship.
Workplace disputes.
Resolving workplace disputes through mediation is becoming an increasingly popular practice, particularly where employers and employees wish to limit the loss of productivity and related income that may be lost if a dispute is not settled quickly.
It is also an unfortunate reality that workplace bullying and cyber bullying are widespread social problems. Identifying the cause of the dispute and settling these matters in a timely fashion can seek to avoid serious industrial relations and psychological problems from developing.
The benefits of using mediation include, where possible, preserving relationships for future-focused decision-making, to ensure the workplace and employee/s can settle dispute and return to productivity.
Wills, Estates, and care disputes.
An unfortunate fact of life is that often we require special care shortly before our inevitable death. These are highly emotive issues which have the potential to create division in families that never fully recovers.
Mediation can assist families making incredibly difficult decisions who are in dispute as to the options.
Estate litigation has a notorious reputation for being a costly dispute resolution option. Mediation can assist in disputes pertaining to the division of estates, seeking to have these matters settled outside of a courtroom.
Personal Injury / Insurance.
Injury can be both physical and psychological. Often parties present at litigation with elements of both. Mediation is a great and cost-effective alternative to court proceedings, where often the control of the settlement has been taken away from the injured party.
Business efficacy requires solid reputation and the protection of commercial relationships. When disputes arise in this sphere they can quickly gain litigation momentum into the tens of thousands (if not, millions). This is money out of the business, which could be better used to seize further commercial opportunity.
Disputes in this sphere include those with relation to contractual terms, franchise agreements and business transactions. Mediation provides a confidential alternative than airing ‘dirty-laundry’ in open court, allowing parties to settle disputes, maintain relationships and return to what their business does best.