The Rise of Virtual Mediation

07/17/20 • 9 min

The ultimate goal of any longshore claim is resolution. One option that has a lot of advantages for both employers and claimants is mediation, which allows all parties agree on the final outcome. In the middle of a global pandemic, virtual mediations are on the rise.
In this episode, we discuss the benefits and pitfalls of virtual mediations, and the possibility of growing in popularity even after the country re-opens for business.
Featuring:

Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

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Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter

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Longshore Insider - The Rise of Virtual Mediation

Transcript

David Widener:

So, Brian, let's talk about mediation a bit at this time. Obviously, people aren't able to sit across the table from each other in person at this time, which is going to make it more challenging. And having been in mediation with you, I know it's a strong suit of yours, and I know that it's something you're passionate about and something you're really good at. But, can you tell us, what do you feel are some of the benefits and also the pitfalls to the vir