Construction accident mediation is defined as a structured negotiation in which a neutral third-party mediator facilitates discussions between injured parties, defendants, legal counsel and, when applicable, contractors, subcontractors, site supervisors, insurers and other stakeholders to reach a mutually agreeable resolution to a dispute, which is called a settlement agreement. Unlike litigation, mediation fosters open communication and collaboration, helping parties find solutions that address legal, financial and emotional concerns. Parties control the outcome of the negotiation process, and their settlement agreement is enforceable in court, acting as a contract.

Our panel of retired judges and seasoned attorneys have settled numerous construction accident disputes throughout the multiple decades that ADR Systems has been in business. These have included:

• A dispute involving a worker accident caused by a garage vehicle, resulting in amputation of a finger

• A dispute involving injuries to a plaintiff from collapse of a utility pole during installation wherein workers’ compensation lien was eventually waived by defendant

• A dispute involving a T12 burst fracture and complete paraplegia from a 20-foot fall at a construction site

Parties to a construction accident dispute enjoy various advantages when they mediate it at ADR Systems.

Faster Resolutions: Mediation can resolve disputes in weeks or months rather than years, reducing the time burden on plaintiffs and defendants

Cost Savings: Avoiding lengthy court battles saves money otherwise spent on legal fees, expert witness costs and administrative expenses.

Confidentiality: Unlike public court proceedings, mediation is confidential, protecting reputations and sensitive information.

Reduced Stress: Mediation fosters a collaborative rather than adversarial atmosphere, reducing emotional strain for all involved.

Greater Control: Mediation removes the uncertainty and risk associated with litigation, where outcomes can be all-or-nothing; both parties have a say in the outcome of the case rather than leaving the decision in the hands of a judge or jury.

Preserved Relationships: Open dialogue allows parties to maintain professional relationships when possible.

Experienced Neutrals: ADR Systems’ panel of mediators consist of retired judges and seasoned attorneys with decades of hands-on knowledge of the disputes before them and an ardent passion for resolving them.

Mediation is a practical solution for many construction accident disputes. It is particularly beneficial when parties seek a resolution that prioritizes confidentiality, expediency and cost-effectiveness.

If you are representing clients involved in a construction accident dispute and want to pursue mediation as an alternative to litigation, explore our Find A Neutral page to review the bios of mediators with experience mediating construction accident disputes.

Submit your construction accident case through our Neutral Availability Form or Contact Form.