An alternative to going to court to settle disputes. Methods include arbitration, where disputing parties agree to be bound to the decision of an independent third party, and mediation, where a third party tries to arrange a settlement between the two sides.

"Alternative Dispute Resolution / Adr" In Context

"RA 9285 is the country’s law providing for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The training was done in four phases. The first phase was held at the Northwinds Hotel in Cebu City on March 27-31, second at the Bohol Plaza in Bohol from April 10 to April ..."