At most, the mediator may report the case did or did not settle, who appeared, and what fees were paid. Texas law permits parties and attorneys to submit all issues in controversy to binding arbitration if all parties are in agreement. Unlike mediation, the case and all issues in controversy are presented to the arbitrator who makes the final decision on all unresolved issues. Parties may want a record of this proceeding because they reserve the right to appeal the judgment of the arbitrator. The arbitration may be in compliance with the Texas Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure or the arbitration may be informal.
Arbitration provides an additional opportunity for a fair and workable solution for the parties.
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