Small claims trials can be crucially important for the plaintiff and defendant, but the relatively small sums in those cases place an expensive burden on the legal system, which is why FairClaims hopes to bring the trials out of the courtroom altogether. The online service provides legally binding decisions on small claims matters by virtually assigning each case to a professional mediator or a summary judgement in front of an arbitrator.
FairClaims is available for both private individuals and for businesses. The service costs just slightly more to file a claim than through traditional court channels ($79 versus $75), but it also adjudicates cases in three weeks or less, as compared to multiple months in the courts.
All of the arguments in FairClaims cases are either submitted online or made through phone calls with the mediator or arbitrator, freeing up time in the process.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Online Legal Resolution
- FairClaims is revolutionizing small claims cases by providing an online service for legally resolving disputes.
- Professional Mediation
- FairClaims utilizes professional mediators to handle small claims cases, offering an efficient alternative to traditional court processes.
- Summary Judgement
- FairClaims streamlines the small claims process by allowing cases to be decided through summary judgements, saving time and resources.
Where This Applies
- Legaltech
- FairClaims operates in the LegalTech industry, disrupting the traditional legal system with its online small claims resolution service.
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- FairClaims offers an innovative solution for the alternative dispute resolution industry by providing a digital platform for legally binding decisions on small claims cases.
- Court Technology
- FairClaims contributes to the court technology industry by introducing a digital infrastructure for handling small claims matters, improving efficiency and accessibility.
