Spencer Fane attorney Mary Bacon recently published an article in Construction Executive explaining what construction companies should consider when deciding whether to include a mandatory mediation provision in a contract.
Titled “The Value of a Mandatory Mediation Provision,” Mary’s article outlines the benefits of a mandatory mediation provision, including preparation, cost savings, time savings, and maintaining relationships.
“Lawyers and mediators are usually able to provide an objective evaluation of the claim, its support and its chances of success,” Mary explained in the article. “This sort of unbiased advice can help determine if there is any middle ground for settlement.”
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