It involves a mutual agreement, is noncoercive, and one does not give up his subsequent legal rights. The goal is a mutually satisfactory resolution, that is swift, fair, less stressful, and less costly than traditional litigation and courtroom battles. Arbitration is a process by which a third person, uninvolved and unbiased, hears and evaluates evidence from both parties, and then renders a binding decision. The arbiter should be an expert in the field of dispute, and functions like a judge and jury. This process is swifter than litigation, but more costly and stressful than mediation.
Litigation is costly, slow, and extremely stressful on all parties.
It should be the process of last resort. We offer medical malpractice mediation and arbitration services to the public. We also offer independent malpractice evaluations to the insurance industry and other involved public or private healthcare organizations. Goals and Statement of Purpose Create a better system for resolution of medical malpractice. Resolve claims through negotiation, mediation or arbitration.