In the form of alternative dispute resolution called court-annexed arbitration:

A) a neutral third party is called in to mediate.
B) courts decide on certain types of criminal lawsuits.
C) the losing party has the right to a regular trial.
D) civil lawsuits are sent to the Supreme Court for a hearing.

Court-Annexed Arbitration

A form of arbitration overseen by a court, often used to streamline legal disputes by using a neutral third party.

Neutral Third Party

An unbiased individual or entity involved in a negotiation or conflict resolution who does not favor any of the disputants.

Regular Trial

A formal judicial proceeding where a case is heard and decided, usually in front of a judge and possibly a jury.