Meg , Clinton Il   05/12/14

A family member, father, had mediation appt set. The mother cancelled 30 mins before appointment. The father is hoping to get full custody. Will this help his cause? Thanks

adam , Bexleyheath uk   01/04/14

How much is mediation and court if I worked

Shay , Chicago Il   03/24/13
Father wants sole custody

I want to congratulate you on the work that you have done to benefit you and your daughter. You are a wonderful mother but don't be discouraged dear. Fret not. See your ex in the best light possible. Visualize him changing his mind about the situation. I know it sounds cliche but it can't hurt.

kimberly , Newfield nj   11/28/12
mediation with a school district

hi i had a mediation today w the school district and came to an agreement butaftyer thinking real hard on this matter i may have made a mistaaaaake by not taking it to the next level . So i am curious can i back out of the agreement? and if so is there a certain amount of time ?

Lori , Temple City CA  mom3ade@yahoo.com     10/29/12
Pending Mediation against Father wanting "Sole" Custody of our 13 Year Old Daughter

In April of 2007 the Father of our Daughter & I ended our relationship of 9 Years due to various reasons like Father Cheating, Into Porn, etc. I chose to leave the home & we have had a verbal agreement since then that our Daughter is with each Parent every other week. This arrangement was working & if one of us was taking a vacation or our Daughter was Sick or had a Softball Game, etc we would allow the other Parent to have our Daughter even thought it might be the other Parents week. As the years have gone by & our Daughter just turned 13 her Father makes plans, enrolls her in activities, etc. without consulting me first. He also refuses to confirm the time he will drop her off on the beginning of my week, He leaves it up to our Daughter to correspond with me instead. This really bothers our Daughter & the times he tells her always seem to change. He does not inform me of her Appointments in advance nor does he tell me he took her to the Doctor/Urgent Care if she gets hurt in sports. I was served with an order to Appear Mediation in which he wants "Sole" Custody & I can have her from 5pm Friday until 5pm Sunday. The Mediation is not until 12/11/12 & he is not letting my Daughter come on her Weekends with me when there are no Orders stating that I can not still have my Daughter Everyother Week. My Daughter is sooooo Upset & now wants to live with me her Biological Mother Full Time giving her Father Visitation on what she feels comfortable with. I had Major Back Surgery in May & I was diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease 2 1/2 years ago. Her Father is claiming that I am abusing my Perscription Drugs & Drinking....I have been a Member Of AA for over 20 Years & I am also currently on the Board of Directors at one of AA's Alano Clubs...I do not abuse my Perscription Drugs nor do I Drink. I still attend & Lead Meetings & also Sponsor People. I have no problem taking a blood test to prove my innosense. My Parkinsons Medication is to control my Tremors, I take it 3x per Day & I can function without the shaking. I am perfectly capable of taking care of my Daughter. The Back Surgery is a success & was done to keep me from getting Crippled from Parkinsons, I do Physical Therapy for my Back & it is getting stronger everyday, I am not confined to Bed by no means. I really need to know if my Daughter's Father is allowed to keep her away from me until the Mediation in December...I appreciate any advice or information you can provide me. Her Father has a very Bad Temper & my Daughter is afraid how he will react when he finds out that she has told me that she wants to live with me, her Mother.

Erica , Modesto ca   05/29/12
Mediation

Hi, I would like to know what type of information or details would I have to provide the mediator with for the best interest of our child less confrontation with baby daddy and new wife

esley , Fort Lauderdale fl   05/02/12

Good morning, I was wondering how to prepare a motion to cancel a initial " invitation " to mediate ? How that should be done, give me a format please. Thank you.

DELILAH  NIVENS, raeford nc   03/22/12
about madiation

so what do you do when mediation dont work

Linda , Santee Ca   02/25/12
can a party cancel prior to mediation?

Thank you for your comments. I was wondering if a party can cancel after accepting the initial "invitation" to mediate? This refers to non-court ordered mediation which is supposed to be voluntary. If cancellation is an option, how far in advance should that be done? Thank you.

Clarence , Fort Worth TX   11/05/11
Home Damages Recovery

We purchased a microwave from a large local business. They in turn contracted the installion process to another company. The other company drilled a hole in the wall to hang the unit and hit an air conditioner freon line. Both companies told us to do repairs and submit a claim. It was under $1000 for repairs to the home and my wife cleaned and cleaned and submitted a $150 for cleaning. At first they said it was not their fault and declined libabilty. Later they came back and offered about half of what it cost us. If I enter mediation am I bound by the outcome and we will then not be able to file in small claims court? Will then the judge review the mediation? I just don't know which way to go. Thank you.

Diane , North Richland Hills Tx   06/25/11
mediation process

my son was in an accident and his lawyer decided on mediation. my son does not agree with the final results as the amount will not cover his medical bills. What recourse does my son have?

tamara , Chattanooga tn  tamarray423@yahoo.com     11/15/10
upcoming mediation

Hi Jessica, I wish that you go futher to include what to do and what not to be done by a mediator during mediation. Also, I am about to endure a mediation session (my first) with workers comp. through a employer of 7years because of my on the job Injury. I had to have surgery to my left thumb Arthroplasty, Tendon Transfer and Carpel Tunnel Release. They are offering a buyout 50,000 with no future medical expenses. However, I am still in pain with limited range of motion THANK YOU,TAMARA

tamara , Chattanooga tn   11/15/10
upcoming mediation

Hi Jessica, I wish that you go futher to include what to do and what not to be done by a mediator during mediation. Also, I am about to endure a mediation session (my first) with workers comp. through a employer of 7years because of my on the job Injury. I had to have surgery to my left thumb Arthroplasty, Tendon Transfer and Carpel Tunnel Release. They are offering a buyout 50,000 with no future medical expenses. However, I am still in pain with limited range of motion THANK YOU,TAMARA

T. Arthur , Bethel CT   11/09/10
Mediation: An Annoying Formality in My Case

I am about to endure a mediation session (my first) with a client who I know, with absolute certainty, will not see reason and settle my dispute with her by paying me in full, on the spot, for my professional services rendered several months ago. I would prefer to proceed straight to a trial by judge as that would save me considerable expense and time. Very well. I am going to treat this mediation as I would if I were entering a council of war. and I fully intend to approach this case as a matter of life and death WHEN it goes to trial. I have a strong case for winning a final judgement, and I deeply resent having a mediation wasting my precious time that I could better spend by going straight to trial. Mediation ought to be optional, in every case, and not foisted upon either party ! It insults my intelligence, and it is politically correct rubbish in its basic philosophy of conciliation and compromise. To hell with that philosophy, and to hell with mediation !

shannon , Lexington ky   10/05/10
What to do with a uncooperative person

Thank You for the brief summary of the mediation process. It is suppose to be the easiest way to resolve disputes, however i am dealing with a person who has been able to get his way with the court system because he knows JUST enough law to get by.

Yusufu Godiya, Bauchi Ba  godiyayusuf@gmail.com     03/13/10
Exccellent

Hi, Jessica, This article could not have come at a better time than now that some parts of Nigeria are boiling with haterate and violent conflicts. indeed it is a wonderful summary of mediation process. i wish that you go further to include what to do and what not to be done by a mediator during mediation. thanks keep it up

Awanah , Monrovia- Liberia  awaflee@yahoo.com     03/10/10
Mediation works faster then you think

Mediation is the best way of life. Thanks so much Jesica. I will like to ask other women to join you and help save some time, money and energy in lawsuit. What I want to see is the women perspective. What is it, what are some best practices from other countries that we can learn from. once again, I SAY BROVO!!!

yagana    01/30/10