ONLINE LITIGATION – A NEW STAGE IN THE VIRTUALIZATION OF CIVIL PROCEEDINGS

Abstract

This article discusses the issue of introducing in our country the conduct of online court hearings along with the video conferencing mode. It was emphasized that online court hearings allow our citizens to defend their rights and legitimate interests from home during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is argued that at the online court sessions, the parties can attend the court session from their home, from work. The opinions of scientists from foreign countries on the conduct of online court hearings are presented. This article also analyzes the procedure for conducting synchronous and asynchronous court hearings, which is unusual for the Republic of Uzbekistan. At the same time, aspects of online court hearings are highlighted, which take precedence over video conferencing. The process of online court hearings on special platforms of courts of such countries as the USA, France, England, the Republic of Kazakhstan, France is covered. Online litigation facilitates access to justice, expedites dispute resolution and helps save litigation costs by streamlining online litigation. It also assists in the development of draft judgments for judges, which results in reduced workload for judges, allowing online courts to assess or analyze the quality of judicial services.