Alternative Dispute Resolution is a mechanism by which different types of legal disputes are resolved through out-of-court processes like arbitration, and mediation as an alternative to civil litigation. ADR methods can be effective in reducing the time, money, and adversarial nature associated with traditional court-based proceedings.
Oakdale is a borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 1,551 at the 2000 census. Postal zip-code: 15071 Oakdale is affectionately known as America's Home Town. It is home to the Oakdale Inn, Sil's Market, and San Diego Padres pitcher Scott Patterson.