Mediation

Mediation is a method of resolving conflicts between two or more parties without the involvement of the courts. This is done through the mediation of an independent third party, the mediator. A mediator does not take sides, but guides the parties so that they can reach a solution to the dispute together.

Mediation plays an important role in employment law. Judges often consider it important whether the parties have attempted mediation before filing an application for termination on the grounds of a breakdown in the employment relationship.