10 Interesting facts about Mediation
1. GROWING IN POPULARITY
Mediation is becoming increasingly popular in the UK as an alternative to court proceedings.
It's often seen as a quicker, more cost-effective, and less adversarial way of resolving disputes.
2. COURT ORDERED MEDIATION
UK courts can also refer cases to mediation. If parties are found to have refused reasonable mediation attempts, the court may consider it when deciding costs, potentially penalizing those who refused mediation without a good reason.
3. COMMERCIAL MEDIATION GROWTH
The use of mediation in commercial disputes has risen, with businesses opting for mediation to resolve issues quickly and maintain relationships.
The UK has seen a steady increase in the number of commercial mediations over the last few decades.
4. MEDIATION SAVES TIME & MONEY
Studies have shown that mediation can significantly reduce legal costs.
The average cost of mediation in the UK is far lower than the cost of going to court, and it typically resolves disputes more quickly.
5. MEDIATION CONFIDENTIALITY
One key advantage of mediation in the UK is that the process is confidential.
This means that anything discussed in mediation can't be used as evidence in court if the mediation fails.
This encourages open and honest discussions between the parties involved.
6. HIGH SUCCESS RATE
Mediation in the UK boasts a high success rate.
Around 70-80% of mediated cases result in a settlement or agreement between parties.
7. ACCREDITED MEDIATORS
Mediators in the UK must meet specific standards. Many are accredited by the Civil Mediation Council (CMC), ensuring that they have undergone rigorous training and adhere to professional codes of conduct.
At Clockwork Mediation we are accredited by the CMC.
8. MEDIATION AND EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES.
In employment law, mediation is frequently used to resolve disputes between employees and employers.
In fact, many employers offer mediation as part of their grievance procedures, helping to resolve issues before they escalate to formal disputes.
9. SPECIALIST MEDIATORS
As the law is divided into sectors, there are specialist mediators dealing with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Family Mediation, Costs Mediation and Medical Negligence specialists.
This ensures the mediator has key knowledge in the area in dispute to help facilitate a meaningful discussion.
10. MEDIATION OBSERVATIONS
Did you know that you can have trainee mediators observe a mediation to support them in obtaining their qualification? If you are thinking of mediating, this can allow real life opportunities for aspiring mediators.
THESE FACTS DEMONSTRATE THAT MEDIATION IN THE UK IS A VITAL TOOL FOR RESOLVING VARIOUS TYPES OF DISPUTES.
IT OFFERS A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH, PROVIDING SIGNIFICANT BENEFITS IN TERMS OF COST, TIME, AND RELATIONSHIPS.
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