Confidentiality Provisions: From Shield to Sword?

Mediation may provide an efficient and effective path toward settlement. But, as we discussed in prior posts, settlements sometimes unhinge or litigants may have a change of heart. Despite the tools that we previously recommended to avoid this scenario, a litigant may ultimately conclude that her settlement was not the best option and turn on her attorney. Given that mediation sessions are confidential (whether by agreement or law or otherwise) and discussions during mediation cannot be utilized at trial, some attorneys on the wrong end …

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