Below are some examples of benefits for stakeholders to incorporate a restorative mediation process into the resolution of personal injury or medical error claims:

Plaintiffs’ attorneys:

• Help clients heal faster and with a  more satisfying outcome
• Resolve claims faster

Defense attorneys:

• Resolve claims faster and in a more satisfying process
• Resolve claims for less money

Insurance companies:

• Resolve claims faster and for less money
• Provide exceptional claims services for their insured’s

Mediators:

• Have a more personally satisfying experience in working with parties to resolve claims
• Assist parties in resolving claims faster, cheaper and in a more satisfying manner

Injured parties:

• Receive an explanation about what happened, an apology and support
• Heal faster and more completely

Responsible parties:

• Avoid shame and guilt
• Help repair the harm caused