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What is workplace mediation?
Workplace mediation is a structured process that helps resolve conflicts between employees, managers, or teams. A trained mediator facilitates discussions to restore professional relationships and improve communication.
What types of workplace disputes can be mediated?
Mediation is effective for:
- Interpersonal conflicts between colleauges
- Employee and management disputes
- Bullying and Harassment
- Disagreements over roles, responsibilities or communication breakdowns
Is workplace mediation confidential?
Yes, workplace mediation is a private process. Discussions are confidential, and mediators do not report back to HR or management unless agreed upon by all parties.
Can mediation prevent legal action in workplace disputes?
Yes, mediation can prevent escalation to formal grievances, tribunals, or legal action by addressing concerns early and reaching mutually acceptable solutions.
What if one party refuses to mediate?
Workplace mediation is voluntary, but employers may encourage participation as part of a conflict resolution policy. If mediation is refused, other dispute resolution processes may be necessary.
Is a mediation agreement legally binding in workplace disputes?
A workplace mediation agreement is not legally binding unless both parties decide to formalize it in writing. However, it is a mutual commitment to resolving issues.
Civil Mediation
What is civil mediation?
Civil mediation is a voluntary process that helps resolve disputes between individuals or businesses outside of court. A mediator facilitates discussions to find a fair resolution.
What types of disputes can civil mediation resolve?
Civil mediation can help with:
- Contract disputes
- Consumer issues (eg. faulty goods or poor service)
- Landlord – Tenant Disputes
- Debt Recovery and unpaid invoices
- Defamation and reputational damages claim
- Contract disputes
How long does civil mediation take?
Most mediations are completed within a single session lasting a few hours. Complex cases may require multiple sessions, but it is still much faster than court proceedings.
Is civil mediation legally binding?
If an agreement is reached, it can be documented in a settlement agreement, which is legally enforceable.
How much does mediation cost compared to going to court?
Mediation is significantly cheaper than litigation. Costs vary depending on the complexity of the dispute, but mediation avoids court fees, solicitor costs, and lengthy legal battles.
What if the other party refuses to mediate?
Mediation is voluntary, but courts may view a refusal to mediate unfavorably and could impose cost penalties on a party who unreasonably declines.
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