Online Dispute Resolution
/ˈɒn.laɪn dɪsˈpjuːt rɪˈzɒl.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The use of digital platforms and technologies to facilitate the resolution of legal disputes without traditional courtroom litigation.
The parties agreed to resolve their contract dispute through online dispute resolution to save time and costs.
Forms
- online dispute resolution
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Commentary
Often abbreviated ODR, it is increasingly used in commercial law and consumer disputes for its efficiency and accessibility compared to conventional litigation.
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