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…

By Josh Murray Jul 13, 2005, 20:56 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 courtesy to our…