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Online dispute settlement for traffic accidents

China will promote the online settlement of disputes over damage caused in traffic accidents, according to a regulation joint released by the top court and three central government departments on Sept 20.

The regulation, jointly released by the Supreme People's Court and departments including the Ministry of Public Security and Ministry of Justice, said that parties involved in a dispute can access an online dispute settlement platform for a compensation estimation service or to file for requests of mediation and litigation.

Traffic management departments can also conduct the mediation of disputes through the platform. The court will also guide parties involved to use the platform to seek settlements in disputes.

The regulation will take effect in October.