alternative dispute resolution(These are schemes such as arbitration and mediation which are designed to allow parties to find a resolution to their problem, without legal action. A party’s refusal to consider ADR could lead to sanctions (penalties) against that party, by a judge, even if the party wins the case. LT Alexander Demidov)
out-of-court settlement(An agreement reached privately by the parties to a lawsuit, settling their grievances and ending the lawsuit without intervention by the court. ELD Alexander Demidov)
