Is Mediation Voluntary?
It works for people who want to resolve their conflicts.
Other Rhode Island Alternative Dispute Resolution FAQs
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Is Mediation Confidential?
A: The mediators never talk to others about what happens in mediation. Any notes taken are destroyed immediately following the mediation. -
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Is Mediation Impartial?
A: Mediators are trained not to take sides in the disputes. -
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Who Reaches An Agreement?
A: Mediators do not judge guilt or innocence, nor do they decide how a dispute should be settled. Mediators are there only to guide the process and help the disputants … More -
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Can Mediation Fix Any Problem?
A: Mediators help guide the parties through the problemsolving process, but can only work if both parties want to reach a solution.
Alternative Dispute Resolution Sub-categories
| Arbitration | Mediation |