Compare Various Dispute Resolution Methods

Confidential?

Yes

Yes

No

Informal?

Yes

Yes

No

Who controls outcome?

Parties

Single Arbitrator or Three-Person Panel

Judge or Jury

Binding?

If settlement is reached, yes. If no settlement is reached, no.

Yes, award with limited basis to appeal

Yes, but have right to appeal

Appeal Process

No

Limited

Yes

Avg. Time Duration or Range

Day - Days

Day - Months

Day - Months

Can an attorney be present?

Yes

Yes

Yes