The Virginia Worker’s Compensation statute defines orientation as “a preliminary meeting during which the [alternative] dispute resolution proceeding is explained to the parties and the parties and the neutral may assess the case and decide whether to continue with a dispute resolution proceeding or adjudication” This is typically done at the beginning of the Mediation, …
Your Virginia Worker’s Compensation attorney will review with the injured worker all the documents that should be brought. Generally, the key documents will be: Claim for Benefits. The employer must file a formal claim for benefits even if the employer is paying benefits. Letters from parties that request ADR/Mediation. ADR/Mediation is not automatic. Somebody …
What does the mediator do? The mediator attempts to clarify the disputed issues and tries to help the parties resolve their differences. “If asked to do so by the parties, a mediator may offer opinions or a neutral evaluation. Any opinions or neutral evaluation are not binding on the parties.” The mediator does explain the …
Who must attend mediation? The injured worker must participate in the mediation, unless the dispute is between the medical provider and the employer. The insurance company needs to have someone who has the authority to settle the claim, and that usually means the insurance adjuster. Usually the adjuster will attend the mediation via speakerphone and …
The Virginia Worker’s Compensation website discusses many worker issues included ADR. ADR, also known as mediation, is an alternative to litigation that can be quicker, easier and less stressful than conducting a hearing before a Deputy Commissioner. As with all injured worker issues in Virginia, the best way to find out about the ADR process …
ADR, also known as Mediation, is an alternative to full litigation. Both the worker and the employer agree to work with a mediator to try to resolve their dispute. Mediation is not required. It is a voluntary process. It is confidential – it does not take place in an open forum. In Virginia, it is …
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