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Do you have a dispute for which you may have to go to a court?
Resolve your dispute in efficient, cost-effective, fast and amicable way.
Mediation is a simple and friendly process of resolving and settling the dispute between two parties with the intervention of an impartial third party called Mediator. In the domain of online dispute resolution (ODR), this process is even more organized and can be done online thus making it easy and hasslefree. All kinds of disputes like family dispute, matrimonial dispute, business dispute, consumer dispute, etc. can be resolved through mediation.
ODR is a quicker and more affordable process of conflict resolution in India. As technology goes up, online dispute resolution is becoming popular in both commercial and civil cases. It enables parties to enter a settlement agreement by way of virtual hearings and online communication. Online legal dispute resolution provides convenience, without sacrificing legal effectiveness or fairness.
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Mediation is a model – an orderly intense facilitated negotiation process characterized by the help of an impartial third party.
It is important to note that mediation is much quicker than the conventional method of going to court. This way you can save central laps which may entail time and financial resources.
As opposed to court, and depending on the center you are using mediation puts you in control.
However, unlike arbitration, mediation encourages compromise for the parties’ ultimate resolution since it is oriented towards the preservation of the relationship that exists between the parties.
No information exchange occurs during the process of mediation and it is also confidential.
Compared to taking a matter to court, mediation is cheaper, which saves one's cost.
Flexibility in scheduling and communication is afforded by mediation and this suits the new lifestyle.
This entails that both parties have to participate in mediation.
There is a selection of an impartial and wise middleman called a mediator between the parties.
The mediation can be conducted online which ensures that communication is fluid and secure.
A mediator enables parties to express themselves willingly while focusing on uncovering the root problems.
The mediator helps to attain an understanding of the nature and the possibilities of the solution, which are satisfactory to all the involved parties.
If there is a settlement then the details are put down on paper in a legal contract.
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“My partners and I had a major dispute around the dissolution of our partnership firm and settlement of accounts. After having gone through multiple rounds of litigation we were able to settle the dispute through mediation conducted by Vidhikarya. Finally, all our disputes have been resolved and our firm has been dissolved amicably.”
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“My medical negligence case was mediated and settled with an ease without having undergone the hassles of fighting a litigation. What I could have received as justice in years was received by me in days. Mediation no doubt is a great way to justice. I am thankful to the team.”
It is used when there are disputes on terms or conditions, whether or not a contract has been breached, or poor performance issues.
Some of the areas of the law that pertain to family matters include; divorce, child custody, child support, partition, and spousal support.
Disputes arising from the dissolution of a partnership,disputes between shareholders, commercial and business-related cases, contractual disputes, and cases to do with; trademarks, patents, copyrights,s, etc.
Ownership boundary disputes, disputes on noise disturbances, and other community-related issues.
Product returns, complaints regarding the warranties and services provided regarding the product.
With ODR, individuals can handle disagreements by using modern methods such as video conferencing, chat systems or digital platforms. It makes it possible to work out disputes from home without having to attend in-person trials.
Mediation is an approach where a neutral individual assists disputing parties in talking and coming to a resolution. It is an option people use, it is private, and it is built on teamwork, not conflict.
ODR is entirely online, which often makes it convenient and cost-efficient. Whereas traditional mediation involves being in the same room, which allows for direct communication but less flexibility.
It is possible to reach a binding agreement during the process, though the process itself is not binding. Usually, a formal contract is signed to guarantee the settlement is binding.
Some of the typical cases relate to businesses, consumers, families, workplaces and international matters. It gives the best results when both parties are willing to discuss and negotiate.
An unbiased and professional mediator leads the meeting and helps everyone to agree. The mediator does not decide on the outcome but helps everyone reach a mutual decision.
They are quicker, cheaper, easier to change and more relaxed than litigating your case before a judge. They tend to respect confidentiality and usually maintain professional or personal relationships.
Not always, but it can be helpful to have legal advice to know your rights and the steps involved. In some cases, legal help may be needed during or after a complex dispute.
For the majority of cases, resolution happens within several days to some weeks, depending on how intricate it is. In most cases, it completes faster than litigation, which may take many months or even years.
