### Question
How is the "alternative dispute resolution" defined?


### Answer
The term **alternative dispute resolution** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 6602* as follows -

> any process or proceeding, other than adjudication by a court or in an administrative proceeding, to assist in the resolution of issues in controversy, through processes such as early neutral evaluation, mediation, minitrial, and arbitration

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 6602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 92-YEAR 2000 COMPUTER DATE CHANGE**

