Dear Esq., What are arbitration and mediation? Do they mean the same thing? Are they different? When should you use mediation or arbitration instead of using a lawyer or going to court? Thank you. Wondering — Dear Wondering, Arbitration and mediation are two forms of what is known as “alternative dispute resolution”. These are methods […]

By Josh Murray Jul 13, 2005, 20:56  Get fathers’ rights news right in your inbox! Summary: Put in simple terms, a structured settlement is merely an agreement that’s reached between a plaintiff and defendant that outlines the flow of payment that the plaintiff receives, due to injury. Note: Guest Author articles made available as a […]