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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Jan. 21, 2012

Mediating disability cases: Practical advice for successful resolution

Unique issues to keep in mind when mediating disability claims. By Nicholas DeWitt of PMA Dispute Resolution


By Nicholas DeWitt


Recent developments in federal law have broadened the protections for persons with disabilities. Consequently, the number of disability discrimination lawsuits filed has significantly increased, and will continue to do so. Because mediation is so effective in resolving litigation, it is similarly likely that the number of disability discrimination mediations will also increase.


Since 2008, Congress has enacted two key acts designed t...

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