Evolution and sources of legal regulation of ODR in the USA

Introduction: the article explores the history of formation and development of online dispute resolution (ODR) in the USA. The author analyzes the basic concepts and characteristics of these technologies and gives examples of their use in the practice of private ODR providers and U.S. courts. The main sources of legal regulation of ODR in the USA are the rulings of state courts based on the 'ODR Standards' of international organizations, including UNCITRAL, NCTDR, ICODR, etc., as well as scientific works of American scientists and practitioners.