Decentralized Justice

Digital Dispute Resolution

Digital World's dispute resolution system is a resource for consumers to review open claims and investigations, and provides access to an arbitration network intended to help resolve disputes through a private process.

Private & Secure Open Cases Arbitration Panel Conferencing
  1. Home
  2. Services
  3. Digital Dispute Resolution
Filter

Public

Women across the country have filed lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson alleging that the company's talcum powders can cause ovarian cancer when used near the genitals. Read More

Lawsuits are now being filed on behalf of Elmiron patients who suffered permanent retinal injuries and seek to recover money for physical and mental anguish, medical expenses and more. Read More

Lawsuits are being filed against companies that continue to sell and market unwashed poppy seeds despite being well aware that the seeds contain dangerous levels of opium and have been responsible for several deaths. Read More

Lawsuits are being filed claiming that the makers of certain Similac and Enfamil infant formula products failed to warn caregivers that ingesting cow's milk-based formulas can cause necrotizing enterocolitis. Read More

Monsanto pleaded guilty to spraying a banned pesticide on the Hawaiian island of Maui, and agreed to pay $10.2 million in criminal fines and other payments for the spraying and for illegally storing hazardous waste. Read More

Additional Investigations

Don't See Your Case?

If your dispute isn't listed above, you can register it directly through the Digital World Arbitration Panel.

Register Your Dispute

Private

Class action lawsuits have been filed alleging that Zantac exposes users to unsafe levels of a probable carcinogen and that the manufacturers knew about the risk but failed to disclose it. Read More

Lawsuits are being filed against companies that continue to sell and market unwashed poppy seeds, which can be steeped in water to make tea, despite being well aware of the serious risks. Read More

Lawsuits are being filed claiming that makers of certain Similac and Enfamil infant formula products failed to warn caregivers that cow's milk-based formulas can cause necrotizing enterocolitis in premature babies. Read More

Additional Investigations

Don't See Your Case?

If your dispute isn't listed above, you can register it directly through the Digital World Arbitration Panel.

Register Your Dispute
Secure & Encrypted

Digital Arbitration Conferencing

The Digital World Mediation Conferencing system is designed to help keep Member data secure and private during arbitration proceedings.

Digital Arbitrators can create private conference rooms to help facilitate the arbitration process, with encrypted video conferencing, screen sharing, recording, and transcription features.

Coming Soon
Digital Arbitration Conferencing

Digital World Arbitration Panel

Disputes submitted through this process are reviewed by one or more Arbiters, who issue an arbitration decision. A decision may be contested to the Arbitration Panel, and unresolved disputes may be referred to the Digital World Legal Council for further review. This process operates within the Digital World platform and is separate from formal legal proceedings - it does not replace your right to pursue a claim through public courts, regulators, or other legal channels where applicable.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Digital Dispute Resolution the same as going to court?

No. It is a private arbitration and mediation process within the Digital World platform, separate from formal court proceedings.

Are arbitration decisions ("awards") legally binding?

Not automatically. Whether a decision is legally binding depends on whether the parties have separately agreed to binding arbitration and on the arbitration laws that apply to the dispute.

Does registering a claim create an official class action lawsuit?

No. Registering a Dispute Claim through this platform is not the same as filing or certifying a class action lawsuit in court. A formal class action requires a separate legal process and court certification.

Can I still go to court or file with a regulator after using this system?

In most cases, yes. Using this platform is not intended to replace or waive your right to pursue legal remedies elsewhere, though you should review any applicable terms and consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.

How is my information handled during an arbitration conference?

Conference rooms use encryption and are designed to keep proceedings private. As with any digital system, no method of transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.