Should I Settle at Mediation?

What you want or need is not the criteria for a settlement. Rather, you should listen to what those with experience have to say about what you are likely to net if you go to trial rather than settle the case. Often times, a settlement at mediation will result in more net recovery to you than a verdict at trial would.

Do most cases settle in mediation?

How Many Mediations Can I do? Most cases will only have one mediation because a majority of cases settle at the first mediation.

What percentage of cases settled mediation?

Settlement rates in these programs varied widely, ranging from 27% to 63%. In some programs, the percentage of settlements was higher than in nonmediated cases; in other programs, there was no difference.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.