The cost of mediation is determined by many factors. First of all, if you are going to use an attorney to represent you, that will cost money. Also, the mediator's fees vary (usually from about $200 to $300 per hour). Rates vary widely to high priced mediators and less expensive mediators.... View More

What? Not sure what your question is or if there is even a question here.

Difficult to say without seeing the language of the clause. And courts have handled this differently, but you could file suit in Circuit Court if the company is waiving an arbitration clause.

I know California Mediation and Arbitration law better than Illinois law. In California, most mediations require the parties to agree on a Mediator. All sides have to agree on a Mediator for he Mediation to take place. If the parties to the Mediation simply cannot agree on a mediator, then they... View More

Yes.

Yes, although it is best for that to happen before the Mediation. Mediations, unlike Arbitrations, are not binding on the parties unless they settle with a written agreement acceptable to all parties. So, if during the mediation, it appears that the Mediator is biased, you can just end the... View More

Generally, the ruling on an Arbitration ends the matter. In some cases a ruling can be appealed to the Court system if some form of fraud has been committed during the Arbitration. In most cases the Arbitrator has wide discretion on making his ruling, and it usually cannot be challenged.

No. Depending on the court, you are likely required to participate in an arbitration in good faith prior to proceeding to trial. Assuming the arbitration is court mandated and not mandated by contract, if you or the other party do not agree with the arbitration award, you can reject it and... View More

It depends on your state. In il, no.

It certainly could make the case go faster if the parties are able to reach an agreement in arbitration, otherwise it may delay the case. Your attorney would be in the best position to answer whether or not an arbitration would be beneficial to your case, so I suggest you as him or her. If you do... View More

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answered on Aug 13, 2017

Not much of a case, and no lawyer would touch it, unless it was a class action.

Your option, small claims court. Or, call your state consumer rights division, to report the deceptive practice. The company will claim it was just an oversight.

If it makes you feel better, find their... View More

It depends. You need to gather up all of your papers and bring them to an attorney for review.

Instead of going to court, letting an independent third party settle the dispute.

In Illinois workers comp disputes are settled by an Arbitrator.

You are paying an attorney who knows all of the details of your claim, a great deal of money. Why would you seek an online opinion when you already paid for the privilege of getting an informed opinion? Ask YOUR attorney. HE has all of the information necessary to give you an informed answer.

No roommates would be interpreted as no one else living there, married or unmarried, unless otherwise explicitly stated.

No. No one can be forced into mediation.

There are many issues present in the facts provided, and you should absolutely consult with an attorney individually so you can obtain a comprehensive assessment of your case. It is apparent that the company is not taking you seriously, and likely will not until you obtain legal representation.... View More

You can choose and see if they disagree. Ultimately, all parties have to agree to everything in an agreement.

Absolutely. But be prepared to lose the job if the employer doesn't agree with u.

Has the mediator been court ordered? If so, you might just have to deal with it. If not court ordered, then just tell your ex your concerns and c if she is agreeable to switching, as long as you foot the cost.