ADR (alternative dispute resolution) methods include arbitration, mediation and conciliation. ADR is used in a wide variety of disputes including employment law disputes, family law disputes, and commercial disputes. ADR is seen as an alternative to litigation and its advantages include time and cost savings, and confidentiality.

It is highly advisable to seek legal advice and representation when taking part in ADR. A lawyer will advise their client on whether their best interests are protected under ADR or if they should proceed to litigation. If a client is involved in ADR proceedings with the objective of obtaining compensation, for example for personal injury compensation, they can obtain the services of a no-win, no-fee lawyer.

A no-win, no-fee lawyer takes on a claim on the basis that they will only receive their fees if the claim is successful. Therefore they have a vested interest in the success of the claim and will pursue the course they believe will lead to the most successful outcome. If this course involves the use of ADR, the no-win, no-fee personal injury lawyer will recommend its use. A personal injury lawyer may recommend conciliation or mediation as a way of negotiating with the party who caused the injury. As ADR is confidential, many employers and organisations will prefer to settle personal injury claims this way as it avoids a public scandal.

For further legal advice on ADR and personal injury claims, an injured party is advised to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. There is a three year limitation period to bringing a personal injury claim and therefore it is important to obtain legal advice soon after suffering an injury as the result of someone else’s negligence.

Last Updated on 29/08/2011