Rule 13 Alternative Dispute Resolution

If both sides cannot work out their disagreement on their own, the court might send your case to a program designed to help people settle disputes without going to a full hearing. This can happen at any point before your scheduled court date.

These programs include options like Online Dispute Resolution, which lets you work through the disagreement using a computer or phone instead of showing up in person. The goal is to help both sides reach an agreement faster and with less stress than a formal court hearing.