Arbitration and mediation fall under a concept called “Alternative Dispute Resolution,” or ADR. Both methods offer more private, efficient solutions to conflicts rather than battling them out in a courtroom.
Arbitration is similar to a small claims trial in that both sides present evidence and make arguments supporting their positions. Unlike small claims trials, in arbitration, the person who decides the outcome is not a judge, but an arbitrator.
An arbitrator is a neutral third party who studies the facts of the dispute, listens to both parties, and combs through the evidence to make their decision.
It’s important to note that there’s no obligation for an arbitrator to reach a compromise between parties. That’s more along the lines of mediation, another type of ADR.
Keep reading to learn about what happens during arbitration. If you’re facing litigation or the threat of litigation, Coover Law Firm, LLC is here to help. We’ll protect your rights and work to have the matter resolved as quickly as possible.
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